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Nyandarua gubernatorial race takes shape as Kimemia joins DCP, declares comeback

By James Munyeki | 46m ago

Former Nyandarua Governor Francis Kimemia and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during a recent meeting at Wamonyoro farm in Nyeri County. [Courtesy, DCP]

Nyandarua’s political landscape has shifted following former Governor Francis Kimemia’s decision to join the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP).

His decision has introduced a new dimension to the county’s emerging 2027 gubernatorial contest.

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