By MOHAMED AHMEDMore by this AuthorWiper Democratic Party has denied claims that it was favouring politician Wavinya Ndeti in the Machakos gubernatorial race. Secretary General Hassan Omar said the nominations to select the party nominee was going on Sunday. “Any perception being created that the party was interested in giving Ms Ndeti a direct nomination will be dealt with today precisely,” said Mr Omar. We do realise that two candidates are participating that is Wavinya Ndeti and Bernard Kiala.”The delays and failure by Wiper Party to hold nominations for the gubernatorial seat had threatened to split the party. Mr Omar said the party will rally behind whoever emerges the winner in the primaries.

Source: Daily Nation April 30, 2017 11:26 UTC