Ruto allies defend State as rebellion heightens

Uasin Gishu Governor Jackson Mandago (left) and Turbo MP Elisha Busienei address the Press in Eldoret yesterday. Mandago said the rebellion that Ruto is facing is just a passing cloud, which will end once the by-election is concluded. [Photo: Kevin Tunoi/standard]

Leaders allied to Deputy President William Ruto in the North Rift are putting on a brave face in the wake of growing rebellion against him.

The leaders have challenged Jubilee MPs who are supporting the Kanu candidate in the Kericho mini-poll.