Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya has said he is seeking ODM chief Raila Odinga’s blessings in his 2022 presidential bid.
Oparanya has maintained that he is the option to carry the ODM flag.
He has called on Raila to reciprocate the loyalty he has accorded him for a long time by declaring him (Oparanya) ‘tosha’.
“By 2022, we shall have over one million registered voters in Kakamega county alone, this will be a major boost to my presidential bid, I urge my supporters to remain focused and challenge my party boss to stand with me,” said Oparanya.
Oparanya is banking on his development record as he seeks the top seat.
“I command a huge following in Kakamega and neighbouring counties and that is a major morale booster even as I take calculated steps into national politics.”
Oparanya has indicated that he will sacrifice his political ambitious for the sake of competitors from Western eyeing the top seat.