The Online Kenyan Logo

The Online Kenyan

S
Originally published by Standard Politics
📰 Read Full Article
politics
August 20, 2026
5h ago

Governor Mutai challenges DG to political duel as he picks new running mate

Governor Mutai challenges DG to political duel as he picks new running mate

Kericho Governor Erick Mutai has declared his political partnership with Deputy Governor Fred Kirui over, challenged him to face off in the 2027 elections...

✨ Key Highlights

Kericho Governor Erick Mutai has declared his political partnership with his deputy, Eng Fred Kirui, over and challenged him to a duel in the 2027 General Election, naming Finance executive Jackson Rop as his new running mate.

  • The public spat occurred during a function attended by Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen in Chilchila, Kipkelion West.
  • Deputy Governor Eng Fred Kirui accused Mutai of mistreatment and sidelining him, reviving a dispute over a pre-election power-sharing agreement.
  • Governor Mutai stated their political marriage collapsed and challenged Kirui to chart his own course, vowing to battle him in the next election.

Continue Reading

Read the complete article from Standard Politics

📰 Read Full Article
Advertisement

Related News

Opposition renews push to keep Smartmatic out of 2027 election
politics16h ago

Opposition renews push to keep Smartmatic out of 2027 election

Kenya's opposition is renewing its campaign to prevent Smartmatic from being involved in the 2027 General Election, signaling early battles over the technology that will manage the vote.

S
Standard Politics
📰 Read Full Story
Gachagua Aitaka IEBC Kueleza Kenya Jinsi Ilivyojipanga Kwa Uchaguzi wa 2027
Video

Gachagua Aitaka IEBC Kueleza Kenya Jinsi Ilivyojipanga Kwa Uchaguzi wa 2027

K
KTN News (Youtube)
20h ago
EACC Sets New Rules on Wealth Declarations, Conflicts of Interest Ahead of 2027 Elections
top1d ago

EACC Sets New Rules on Wealth Declarations, Conflicts of Interest Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has unveiled new administrative rules for public officers regarding wealth declarations and the management of conflicts of interest, as mandated by the Conflict of Interest Act, 2025.

K
Kenyans
📰 Read Full Story
Ol Kalou Blood Trail: Anatomy of by-elections-related killings
Video

Ol Kalou Blood Trail: Anatomy of by-elections-related killings

N
NTV Kenya (Youtube)
1d ago
Rangwe MP Lillian Gogo defends Governor Gladys Wanga, calls for peace ahead of elections
Video

Rangwe MP Lillian Gogo defends Governor Gladys Wanga, calls for peace ahead of elections

T
The Star (Youtube)
1d ago
Close Gachagua Ally Drops Nairobi Gubernatorial Race, Announces New Bid
top2d ago

Close Gachagua Ally Drops Nairobi Gubernatorial Race, Announces New Bid

Irungu Nyakera, an ally of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has withdrawn his bid for Nairobi Governor to instead contest the Makadara Constituency MP seat.

K
Kenyans
📰 Read Full Story
Advertisement