A section of Gusii leaders have defended strategy meetings held by Deputy President William Ruto at his official Karen residence, a move that has caused jitters among leaders.
For weeks now, Dr Ruto has been meeting large delegations in Karen, something that has attracted criticism from leaders among them Musalia Mudavadi.
On Wednesday, former Kitutu Masaba MP Timothy Bosire slammed Gusii leaders who have been pitching tent at Karen, accusing them of absconding duties.
"MPs participated in budget making. This is where real development should be pushed. The Karen trips are pointless at this time," he said.
But Tanga Tanga brigade from Gusii now wants opponents to implement their own strategy instead of complaining over meetings.
"This should not worry anyone. It's our strategy and it's not about to stop. I don't know why they monitor what we always do as Ruto's camp," said Joash Nyamoko, the North Mugirango MP.
"It's our strategy that should not concern those who don't subscribe to our mission. Let's be objective and real. Needless to say, it's a competition," added Shadrack Mose.
On Monday, the Gusii brigade returned to Karen where Dr Ruto hosted Abagusii community from Kibra constituency where he asked them to vote for McDonald Mariga.
The Gusii region has been identified as swing region by Ruto's camp. While Mr Nyamoko is in charge of Nyamira, Joash Maangi is the head of Kisii team.
For the last three presidential elections, Orange Democratic Movement party leader Raila Odinga has emerged victorious both in Kisii and Nyamira Counties.
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