Wiper candidate takes lead in Masongaleni ward, Makueni

IEBC's Kibwezi West Returning Officer, Titus Mutemi (left) presents the certificate to Wiper’s Masongaleni Ward Representative-elect, Col (Rtd) Philip Mumo at Kyumani Social Hall in Makueni County. (Photo:Paul Mutua)

Wiper candidate was last evening headed for victory in the Masongaleni Ward by-election in Makueni County.

By the time of going to press, Mr Philip Mumo garnered 1,654 votes from 28 out of 34 polling stations. His nearest rival Florence Kilonzo of TIP had 978, while Richard Munywoki 743 and Dominic Mutwote of Muungano 730.