Speaking at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre on Monday, Mr Odinga praised the former Justice and Constitutional Affairs minister for her zeal and human rights record. In her acceptance speech, Ms Karua said she was happy to deputise Mr Odinga, congratulating her other running mate hopefuls. Ruto picked GachaguaKenya Kwanza Alliance presidential candidate, DP William Ruto (right), shakes hands with his running mate, Mr Rigathi Gachagua, at the DP’s Karen residence in Nairobi on May 15, 2022. While unveiling Mr Gachagua as his running mate, the DP described him as an astute debater, a principled, resilient and fearless fighter for the right cause. Mr Gachagua served as district officer in Molo and Laikipia during the Kanu rule when provincial administrators wielded a lot of power and their orders were law.

Source: Daily Nation May 17, 2022 08:52 UTC