Winnie Kabura, who was a running mate to Presidential aspirant Joseph Ole Kiyapi has officially.
She is set to battle for the seat on na Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ticket.
According to Kaburu, she is the only person who can unite the Meru people, following the leadership wrangles pitting current leaders.
“I am the change that Meru needs. Servant leadership is what I want to give to my people,” she is quoted by nation.
“I am from Maua which is in Nyambene and therefore there is a need to have proper representation in my team,” she added.
Candidates in the race include incumbent Governor Peter Munya (PNU), Senator Kiraitu Murungi (Jubilee) and Dr Kilemi Mwiria (Maendeleo Chap Chap).
Others are Dr Kiambi Atheru (independent), Buuri MP Kinoti Gatobu, Shadrack Kirori (DP) and security expert Mwenda Mbijiwe who ditched Jubilee but is yet to announce his new political vehicle.