Boyd Were has emerged as the winner of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) primaries in Kasipul constituency. According to the official tally, he secured 18,000 votes, making him the party’s flag bearer for the upcoming by-election. His nomination is seen as a critical step in ODM’s strategy to retain the parliamentary seat.
However, the results have sparked controversy. Odoyo Owidi, one of the contestants, has raised questions about the credibility of the figures. He argued that while the declared votes totaled 18,000, they were reportedly cast by fewer than 500 individuals. He further pointed out the absence of long queues at polling stations, suggesting that the official numbers may not reflect the actual turnout.
Despite these concerns, the party has endorsed Were’s victory and moved ahead with preparations for the by-election. Supporters of Were have welcomed the decision, saying he represents a candidate capable of uniting the constituency. They believe his leadership will focus on development issues such as improving infrastructure, expanding access to education, and enhancing local health services.
ODM officials in the constituency have also urged members to rally behind the nominated candidate. They emphasized that divisions created during the primaries should be set aside to allow for a united campaign. Party leaders believe that internal unity will be vital in countering strong competition expected from rival parties.
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