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Ruto, Raila headache as Matiang’i woos Kisii

Known as a no-nonsense Mr Fix It, the former CS virtually throws his hat into the presidential ring

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by JAMES MBAKA AND LUKE AWICH

Realtime03 May 2025 - 20:22
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Former Interior CS Fred Matiang'i during his Homecoming tour of Kisii and Nyamira counties on May 2, 2025/HANDOUT

President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga are facing a fresh political challenge as former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i consolidates his support in the Kisii region.

Matiang’i, a powerful figure in former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s administration, has signalled plans to run for the presidency in 2027 as he strengthens his grip on this crucial vote bloc.

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