Selection panel recommends Kithure Kindiki for DP Ruto running mate

The team tasked with recommending a candidate to be Deputy President William Ruto’s running mate for the August 9 elections has zeroed in on Tharaka Nithi Senator Kithure Kindiki, sources within UDA have said. However, Dr Ruto will make the final call before next week’s deadline set by the electoral commission.

The Standard has established that the team had initially shortlisted Prof Kindiki alongside Mathira MP Rigathi Gachagua as the most suitable candidates. The two hail from Mt Kenya region, which has 5.8 million voters. Mr Gachagua had been identified as a strong contender, alongside Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru and National Assembly Speaker Justin Muturi.