Opposition leader Raila Odinga was on Sunday cleared by IEBC to contest in the August 8 general elections. Raila was issued a nomination certificate by IEBC chair Wafula Chebukati at the KICC in Nairobi. Raila who comes from one of Kenya's most powerful political families, will try to unseat President Uhuru Kenyatta, leader of the Jubilee party, who is seeking a second term. Earlier, presidential aspirant Mohammed Abduba Dida was given up to 4pm to certify a copy of his degree to be cleared by IEBC for the presidential race. Also read: Uhuru, Raila and Dida among 8 presidential nominees on IEBC shortlist

Source: The Star May 28, 2017 09:56 UTC