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Why the deputy governor seat is a poisoned chalice for professionals

Mombasa Governor Hassan Ali Joho when he unveiled his running mate Dr William Kingi in the 2017 election. [File, Standard]

The deputy governor seat in the 47 counties is gaining notoriety for being a poisoned chalice for its occupiers who are left in the cold once they help governors secure wins.

Data from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) indicate that most of the governors have parted ways with their deputies ahead of the August 9 General Election.

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