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Obado now warns leaders against politicising BBI debate

From Left: Kisii Woman Rep Janet Ongera, Nyanza region governors Cyprian Awiti (Homa Bay), John Nyagarama (Nyamira), James Ongwae (Kisii), Okoth Obado (Migori) Anyang’ Nyong’o (Kisumu) and Kisii Senator Sam Ongeri among other leaders ahead of today’s BBI forum in Kisii. [Courtesy]

Migori Governor Okoth Obado has warned his political detractors against branding him anti-Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) crusader to gain cheap publicity.

Obado said he would not allow his opponents to use him as a punching bag in matters BBI, saying politicians must strive to bring everyone on board if BBI was to achieve its mission.

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