Final-term Coast governors want a three-tier form of government, popularly known as federalism, introduced for them to remain politically relevant in the region. With the presidency a “bridge too far” for either governor Hassan Joho (Mombasa), Amason Kingi (Kilifi) and Salim Mvurya (Kwale), being regional king makers will be the option. I will be looking for a bigger seat because I have a greater experience,” Joho said on Jamhuri Day. Political commentator Hassan Mwakimako says it will be easy for the governors to win a regional election than the presidency. “An opportunity has risen for the governors to express their political idea and that of the people of the Coast who want federalism,” Mwakimako said.

Source: The Star December 17, 2018 20:48 UTC