Summary
- David Kipsang Keter has won the UDA nomination for Emurua Dikirr.
- He narrowly defeated Bernard Ngeno in a tightly contested race.
- Leaders praised the peaceful and high-turnout nomination exercise.
NAIROBI, Kenya- David Kipsang Keter has secured the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket for the Emurua Dikirr parliamentary by-election after a closely contested nomination.
The vote, held ahead of the May 14 by-election, saw Keter edge out his closest rival in a tight race.
Tight Race Decided by Narrow Margin
According to official results, Keter garnered 13,749 votes, narrowly defeating Bernard Kipkoech Ngeno, who received 13,394 votes.
The slim margin highlighted the intensity of the contest, which attracted significant attention due to strong voter turnout in the constituency.
Observers noted the competitiveness of the race, with both candidates mounting strong campaigns.
Leaders Praise Peaceful Process
Leaders lauded both candidates and voters for maintaining calm during the exercise.
Kipchumba Murkomen congratulated Keter, praising his resilience and persistence.
“Your patience, persistence, and resilience have finally paid off,” Murkomen said.
He also commended Ngeno for putting up a strong challenge, describing the contest as spirited and commendable.
Meanwhile, Samson Cherargei praised the electorate for turning out in large numbers and maintaining peace.
He described the nomination as well-coordinated, transparent, and efficient.
Focus Shifts to By-Election
Murkomen further described the exercise as unique, noting it was conducted in a peaceful atmosphere marked by creativity and engagement.
The focus now shifts to the upcoming by-election, where Keter will seek to secure the parliamentary seat.
The Emurua Dikirr contest is expected to remain closely watched, given the strong political interest and competitive nature of the nomination.
