Reports that Oburu Kennedy were headed to the Arusha-based assembly sparked protests in online platforms with some critics saying Oburu was getting the seat because he was Raila's brother. The MP said he was a self-made politician and dismissed claims he was a beneficiary of his younger brother, Raila’s political influence in Luo Nyanza. But three days ago, I withdrew my candidature after consultation with my family,” said Oburu, who was first elected as a civic leader in 1974. “We know his (Raila) candidature is a big threat to Jubilee but it is not an excuse for attacks against his family,” he said. On Sunday, Duale said he would mobilise MPs to reject Oburu’s candidature, saying he did not deserve the slot in the EALA Parliament.

Source: Standard Digital May 08, 2017 18:02 UTC