Evans Kidero reveals what next after ODM handed Wanga direct ticket
By Judy Jerono
Days after the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party issued a direct ticket to Homabay Woman Representative Gladys Wanga, Evans Kidero has announced to run as an independent Candidate.
The former Nairobi Governor and a businessman who is vying for Governor’s seat in Homabay County, made the announcement on Saturday, April 2, saying that his decision came after the move by the Orange Democratic Movement to give a direct ticket to his competitor.
"I do not recognize the alleged consensus that saw the rights of our people trampled on by a few self-seekers who intend to retain the status quo. I have been inundated with calls, with people asking me to soldier on with my candidature. “Kidero said.
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File image of former Nairobi Governor Dr Evans Kidero. |Photo| Courtesy|[/caption]
Wanga was awarded with the nomination certificate by the Party leader Raila Odinga after consulting other aspirants.
While commenting on the move, Kidero noted that the interests of the people were not considered by ODM before handing the party ticket to the Homabay Woman Rep.
"As I welcome those who previously believed on the contrary opinion propagated by my former opponents into the Homabay race, I wish to let them know that all of us are members of Homabay County," Kidero stated.
While in his campaigns at Simbi Primary School, Kidero asked the Homabay electorates to vote for him and Raila Odinga promising to bring chang to the people adding that the people of Homabay have not reaped the benefits of devolution despite receiving billions of shillings during the last 10 years
"Under the leadership of Raila Odinga - Kenya stands to gain a great deal of progress and growth. He must be respected and given all the votes when the election comes." He said
It was established that the party settled on Gladys Wanga as part of its wider plan to politically empower women aspirants and ensure gender equality in nominations.
File image of former Nairobi Governor Dr Evans Kidero. |Photo| Courtesy|[/caption]
Wanga was awarded with the nomination certificate by the Party leader Raila Odinga after consulting other aspirants.
While commenting on the move, Kidero noted that the interests of the people were not considered by ODM before handing the party ticket to the Homabay Woman Rep.
"As I welcome those who previously believed on the contrary opinion propagated by my former opponents into the Homabay race, I wish to let them know that all of us are members of Homabay County," Kidero stated.
While in his campaigns at Simbi Primary School, Kidero asked the Homabay electorates to vote for him and Raila Odinga promising to bring chang to the people adding that the people of Homabay have not reaped the benefits of devolution despite receiving billions of shillings during the last 10 years
"Under the leadership of Raila Odinga - Kenya stands to gain a great deal of progress and growth. He must be respected and given all the votes when the election comes." He said
It was established that the party settled on Gladys Wanga as part of its wider plan to politically empower women aspirants and ensure gender equality in nominations. What's Your Reaction?
