A section of Luo-Nyanza leaders during the weekend endorsed Baringo Senator Gideon Moi for a possible presidential race ticket with ODM leader Raila Odinga.
Speaking at a church in Homa Bay County on Saturday, the leaders flanked by Senator Moses Kajwang declared that Moi was fit to pair up with Raila Odinga in the 2022 succession politics.
Kajwang' held that he was convinced that Moi had already won many hearts given his humble personality despite being the son of retired President Daniel Moi.
"I pray that he (President Uhuru) hands over power to Raila and Gideon,” stated the senator, adding that; "When we talk about Raila or Gideon taking over power, it is not about dynasties but capability. Gideon is so humble it is hard to imagine he is the son to a former President. He has won many hearts.”
The leaders were at Wikondiek SDA Church in Karachuonyo, where Gideon presided over a fundsdrive. Today, Sunday, October 28, 2018, Moi will again preside over another harambee for women traders in Homa Bay.
In attendance were Moiben MP Silas Teren, Homa Bay Deputy Governor Hamilton Orata, Woman Rep, Gladys Wanga, Karachuonyo MP Adipo Okuome, several area MCAs, Kisii University Vice-Chancellor Prof John Akama and former Kasipul MP Otieno Kopiyo.
Senator Moi, on the other hand, spoke on the ongoing debate, calling for a referendum and at the same time praising the ODM leader's move to work with President Kenyatta.
“The fruits of the handshake have been seen. It is part of why I am here today. It has given leaders the freedom to travel to every part of the country without fear,” held Senator Moi, who doubles up as the KANU national Chairman.
Senator Moi who has already declared his interest in the Presidency come 2022 is likely to face a major rivalry from the Deputy President William Ruto, whom President Kenyatta has assured support as agreed in their merger in 2012.
Several Politician including Raila Odinga and his deputy Hassan Joho have in the recent past visited Kabarak, in what is believed to be a possible appeal to the former President's backing and guidance on the 2022 presidential race.
