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Azimio headache in Nairobi battle as Kenya Kwanza settles on Johnson Sakaja

Nairobi Governor Aspirant Tim Wanyonyi (seated) addresses supporters at an Azimio Coalition rally at Makongeni Ward Makadara on Saturday, February 18, 2022. [Samson Wire. Standard] 

The Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya coalition is walking a tight rope as it grapples with the challenge of nominating its flag bearer for Nairobi governor as Kenya Kwanza moves on after making a quick decision on who to pick for the race.

The Raila Odinga-led coalition that has more than 20 parties, also faces similar challenges in Mombasa where aspirants are ready to go for a vicious battle. Apart from political party interests, the grand coalition party also faces the conundrum of satisfying egos and ethnic interests in the cosmopolitan city.

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