Former Gor Mahia treasurer throws hat into Lang’ata parliamentary race

Former Gor Mahia treasurer Sally Bolo has declared interest in the Langa’ta parliamentary race in the upcoming general elections.

The firebrand administrator, who is credited with digitizing the Kenyan football giants’ gate collection through e-ticketing during her tenure as treasurer, will vie for the seat currently held Nixon Korir on the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ticket.

Bolo, who is human resource practitioner by profession with vast experience in the financial industry and sports management, presented her nomination papers to Orange House on Friday.

But before the August 9 election, Bolo will have to battle it out with the trio of Felix Odiwour alias Jalang’o, Oscar Omoke and Musa Chengo in next month’s party nominations.

Former Gor Mahia treasurer Sally Bolo during a past event. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

“The decision was a culmination of thorough introspection and very wide and candid consultations with the great people of Lang’ata. Lang’ata Sub-County, once represented by H.E Raila Odinga needs a strong, wise, humble, listening and caring representative who espouses the great values our society is in dire need of,” said Bolo.

“It is based on these needs and the apparent gap witnessed in the last four and half years that I present my candidature to the residents for careful vetting and consequent approval. I come packed with vast experience in financial sector and sports management, two very important sectors to the youth.”

She continued: “Being a woman in a male-dominated race hardly scares me. As a young person my focus is to base my campaign on policies. Being a resident of Lang’ata I know the gaps that exist which need fixing. With constant consultations, transparent management and humane approach to issues affecting fellow residents I have very strong conviction that we can make Lang’ata a shining beacon for others to emulate.”