Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka today spearheaded a major political realignment in Western Kenya, leading pro-government leaders in receiving hundreds of defectors from the DCP party linked to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
The event held in Kakamega saw a large number of defectors many allied to former Senator Cleophas Malala ditch the opposition and pledge allegiance to President William Ruto’s re-election bid.
Lusaka welcomed the move, terming it a sign that the region was aligning with the country’s political direction.
“I am happy you have seen the light and understood where the wind is blowing. As Western Kenya, we must vote as one bloc,” he said.
The governor took a swipe at opposition leaders, accusing them of lacking a clear development agenda for the Mulembe nation, and predicted more defections in the coming days.
UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar also criticized the opposition, alleging it lacked credibility and was being influenced by former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula expressed confidence that the region would overwhelmingly back UDA in the next elections, declaring that “the entire Mulembe nation will be painted yellow.”
Several MPs, including Mary Emase, Beatrice Adagala, and Fred Ikana, were among leaders present at the event.
By Anthony Solly
