Several youthful politicians are now making a name for themselves after winning different political seats in 2017.
These young leaders have all it takes to dislodge seasoned political figures from Nyanza’s political high table in the near future.
Some of the youthful politicians who have taken the region by storm include;
1. Jared Okello
He is serving his first term as Nyando Member of Parliament. The vocal politician is blessed with the ability to articulate himself confidently on matters development. He is a close ally of ODM laeder Raila Odinga.
He recently accompanied Odinga for a trip to the US. His closeness to the former Prime Minister is enhancing his political stature in Nyanza.
2. Joachim Oketch Swagga
The Kondele ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) is the 'Joho' (Mombasa Governor Ali Hassan Joho) of Kisumu County. His popularity in Kisumu drawn from his vocal nature and development record is lining him up for a political stake in Nyanza.
3. Samuel Atandi
The Alego Usonga MP is a new entrant into the Luo Nyanza political space. He is proving not to be a push over.
Few months ago, he almost came to blows with Sports Cabinet Secretary (CS) Rashid Echesa at the Kisumu International Airport, after the CS told ODM leader Raila Odinga that ‘I am not your equal.’
4. David Arao
The youthful Railways ward MCA is a pastor. Members of public in Kisumu ‘have fallen in love with him’ due to his development record and his assured nature. Many believe that he has a bright political future ahead of him.
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