Political rivalry between giants eyeing the Kajiado governor seat has snowballed into a fierce battle between incumbent governor Joseph ole Lenku, his predecessor David Nkedienye and Kajiado South Member of Parliament Judah Katoo Ole Metito.
Another candidate on the ballot will be Mr Ambrose Ng'ang'a Kago, vying on an Independent ticket. Kago was a councillor representing Kiserian between 2002-2007. As the four candidates flex their muscles in readiness to the August 9 polls, where the urban communities in the region will play a key role in determining Kajiado's next governor. At the same time the different Maasai clans are angling for a piece of the prestigious Governorship position.