Mike Sonko hints at bid for Machakos governorship
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Tuko
At a rally in Tala on Sunday 8 November, former Nairobi governor Mike Sonko suggested he could run for governor of Machakos against Wavinya Ndeti. According to Tuko, his eligibility is contested because of his removal from office in 2020.
Former Nairobi governor Mike Sonko has hinted that he could run for governor of Machakos County, in Kenya. At a rally in Tala on Sunday 8 November, he asked his supporters to pray for him if they want to see him return as governor, according to Tuko.
Sonko also defended the unity of the Ukambani region, where the Kamba community is based, and backed Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Wiper party, whom he considers fit to become president. He denounced the attacks Kalonzo faces following the incidents at the launch of the Linda Mwananchi party.
If Sonko ran, he would face incumbent governor Wavinya Ndeti. His eligibility is disputed by some Kenyan internet users because of his removal by the Nairobi assembly in December 2020, while others express support. Kalonzo recently called on Kenya’s opposition to unite for 2027.
