Running-Mate Stalemate: Intrigues Behind Delay in Naming William Ruto's DeputySource: FacebookThe second in command had earlier stated that he would name his would-be deputy on Saturday, May 14 at 10am, but until the end of the day, nothing had materialised. A source intimated to Nation said that Gachagua and Kindiki left Ruto's residence to allow the 40 MPs from the vote-rich region to speak freely about the two. ANC leader Musalia Mudavadi, who is also a Kenya Kwanza principal, is said to have ganged up in opposing Gachagua's appointment for the plum position. "Kenya Kwanza alliance had a series of meetings today, where several matters were discussed; development of county chatters, programs on bottom-up economic policies as well as the extensive discussions on the runningmate issue. We are happy to announce that we have a decision as Kenya Kwanza.

Source: Daily Nation May 15, 2022 07:29 UTC