Ruto allies in the Rift move to stop independents from vying

A section of DP Ruto allies led by Senators Kipvhumba Murkomen and Susan Kihika during the Media briefing. [David Gichuru, Standard]

Deputy President William Ruto’s allies have now stepped up their campaigns to counter the growing disquiet that has seen a high number of United Democratic Alliance (UDA) nomination losers contesting as independent candidates.

The leaders are seeking to persuade the electorate to support UDA nominees for election in the August 9 General Election to enhance the strength of the party at the Senate, national and county assemblies.