Based on election statistics of 2017, some pundits have argued that DP Ruto may not turn to Nyanza region for a running mate. 

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However,  politics have lots of surprises,  just 2007 Ruto's name was being sung in the region,  anything can happen in 2022. 

If Jubilee keeps their promise of supporting support DP Ruto,  then he picks a running mate from vote-rich Nyanza region to consolidate their votes,  then his chances of winning are very much increased. 

Here is the list of the likely candidates 

1. Fred Matiang'i 

The "no-nonsense " cabinet secretary has won many Kenyan hearts for his excellent work, especially at Education docket. 

Recently,  President Uhuru Kenyatta appointed him to supervise all other cabinet secretaries and government development agenda. 

The timing of the appointment makes pundits argue President Uhuru is grooming him for a senior "post-Uhuru" era. 

In as much as Matiang'i is not a "political" kind of leader,  his management and development-oriented leadership will be an asset for DP Ruto. 

2. Okoth Obado 

The Migori governor has not been in good terms with the Odinga dynasty since the links alleging his involvement in Sharon Otieno murder emerged. 

The embattled governor appeared to have shifted his support to DP Ruto as they were seen together few days after he was "temporarily " free of charges. 

He has a support base from Migori county and DP Ruto may decide to take advantage of the situation and make him his running mate. 

3. Raphael Tuju.

The former Rarieda legislator has very good development record during his time as a Member of Parliament. 

He is now a cabinet secretary without portfolio,  a reward he was given for being loyal to Jubilee from an area that is opposition stronghold.

His leadership skills,  development records and Jubilee loyalty places him in a better position to be DP Ruto running mate

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