Baringo Senator Gideon Moi now says that he has the blessings of his father, retired President Daniel Moi in his new political moves.
The Senator was last weekend in Western Kenya region where he presided over a series of fundraisers alongside area leaders.
On Saturday, he spent the night in Khwisero constituency and is now saying that the same has attracted praises from the older Moi who is pleased with his bigger political steps so far.
The region did not support Moi throughout his 24-year-rule, Gideon said that the ex-Head of State called to congratulate him on his political 'maturity'.
“When Mzee Moi heard that I would sleep here, he told me that I have matured in politics since Khwisero people never voted for him.
You have been friendly to me and I will come back to bring development projects to the area,” he told residents when he toured several villages on foot Sunday, according to the Standard.
The KANU leader also dangled his presidential candidature to locals, vowing to among others, ensure youth development in Western and the entire nation.
He also promised the people more in development and benefits, urging them to back him as he seeks to ascend to the top seat in the approaching general elections.
“Pray for me and your leaders for the journey we have just started. I will be back to launch more projects in this area and I will work for you,” he was quoted by the Standard.