As 2022 general elections draw near, politicians who will be eyeing various elective positions have started popularizing their bids.
New blood will be entering into politics and some of the seasoned politicians will be exiting.
Away from most talked about the presidential seat, gubernatorial seats will attract attention as Kenyans wait to see who will be their next county boss.
Of those expected to give gubernatorial shots include current sitting senators. Staking on their popularity, closeness to party leaders, financial muscles and their track records the following senators can be governors in their counties if they declare their interests:
1.Johnson Sakaja
The articulate and soft-spoken Nairobi County senator is a man to watch in 2022 city's politics. His sobriety in politics has endeared him to voters, he enjoys massive following from both Jubilee and NASA supporters.
He is known for championing motions in Parliament that impacts the youth thus he is favourite among youths. His close relationship with the bigwigs Uhuru Kenyatta and Raila Odinga will make him easily conquer Nairobi. Time will tell.
2.Susan Kihika
Nakuru Senator Kihika Kimani is a household name in Nakuru politics. She enjoys massive support from women and youths, she is vocal in spearheading the rights of marginalized in Nakuru.
Kihika has all that it takes to be the next county boss. Her financial muscles and closeness to the Deputy President William Ruto put her in a better place. She will be possibly the first women to be Nakuru county boss.
3.Kipchumba Murkomen
The vocal Elgeyo Marakwet senator will possibly be a replacement of outgoing governor Alex Tolgos should he express his interest of the county's top seat.
Banking on his vocal nature and closeness to William Ruto, the region's kingdom. An endorsement from Ruto will be as better as earning Murkomen earlier win.
4.James Orengo
Siaya senator's name is dominant in Nyanza politics and in the legal arena. Orengo has shaped the region's politics for decades.
During 2017 Siaya senatorial elections he surprised many by winning the seat despite his minimal efforts. His closeness to region's kingpin Raila Odinga makes easy for him to conquer. If these senators will make it to the county's top seats, only time will tell.
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