Garissa Township Member of Parliament Aden Duale is among vocal politicians of the Somali origin in the country.
Duale is also considered as the North Eastern region political kingpin owing to his influence and political popularity.
But the Leader of Majority in the National Assembly is a politician under siege owing to the current political happenings in Garissa.
A section of Garissa leaders has ganged up to denounce Duale.
Led by Garissa Governor Ali Bunow Korane andSenator Yusuf Haji, the leaders are accusing Duale of allegedly 'planting' divisions among North Eastern residents.
The leaders also accuse Duale of disrespecting elders and now say they don't recognize him as the region's political leader.
According to the MP's rivals, Korane and Haji are the region's political leaders henceforth.
Duale has however rubbished his critics, saying that blame games are not healthy for the region's development.
Could this new political developments in Garissa mean that Duale has lost popularity in North Eastern politics?
A veteran politician, Duale is likely to walk over the current political storm owing to his political networks and experience.
The Garissa Township MP enjoys a cordial relationship with President Uhuru Kenyatta and Deputy William Ruto and this could cushion him against any political threats between now and 2022 election.
A close ally of William Ruto, Duale is likely to remain strong and emerge victorious ahead of 2022 election.
The rivalry between Duale and his critics is expected to take centre stage ahead of the much anticipated 2022 general election.
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