Mr Gitura has announced that he will vie as an independent candidate to defend his seat in the August General Election. Mr Kang'ata clinched the Jubilee Party ticket in the Senate race, garnering 158,167 votes against Mr Gitura's 146,207. Mr Gitura is among the leaders President Kenyatta had picked to lead his re-election campaign but was beaten in the nominations. But Regina Wanjiru supported the move, saying it was a chance for Mr Gitura to launch an aggressive campaign. Mr Kang'ata will face off with Mr Gitura in the General Election.

Source: Daily Nation May 02, 2017 13:56 UTC