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Former county chief says he is obeying Uhuru’s request to withdraw election petition

Former Meru governor Peter Munya (left) and his successor Kiraitu Murungi outside the Meru Law Courts yesterday, shortly after the former county boss withdrew a poll petition challenging the former Senator's election [Photo:Darlington Manyara|Standard]

Former Meru Governor Peter Munya has given notice to withdraw an election petition challenging his successor Kiraitu Murungi’s win.

The move fuelled speculation Mr Munya was poised for a State appointment.

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