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DP Ruto steps up hunt for key Coast votes

Deputy President William Rutto addresses locals at Likoni's Caltex grounds in Mombasa County. (Photo: Maarufu Mohammed/Standard)

Jubilee’s foray into the Coast hit a crescendo Friday as Deputy President William Ruto camped at the perceived Opposition stronghold of Mombasa, a day after President Uhuru Kenyatta addressed rallies in Kwale and Kilifi.

On Wednesday, the President and his deputy toured Tana River and Lamu to launch projects and campaign for Jubilee, signalling their unrelenting interest to bag a share of the region’s votes.

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