The Court of Appeal on Thursday morning upheld the election of Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o during last year's election.
In the ruling read by Justice Philip Waki, the court noted that Nyong'o election was conducted in accordance with the set laws.
The court made the ruling after ex-governor Jack Ranguma filed an appeal challenging a High Court decision that dismissed his petition.
Speaking after the ruling, Nyong'o thanked his legal team and Kisumu residents for their support and prayers during the petition.
"My victory in the August 8th, 2017 elections has today been reaffirmed by the appellate court. Special thanks goes to my legal team led by senior counsel @orengo_james ,friends, family and the great people of @KisumuCountyKE for your prayers," Nyong'o posted on his Twitter handle.
Nyong'o's win elicited a lot of reactions. Here are some of them:
Cavin Sahm @cavin_sahm : Continue working...make Kisumu the greatest city.
feroz khan @Plaswall1975 : Sir Good work always pays. Kisumu county has affirmed their faith in you. Do your best and make it a proud county.
@dansonmwakoma : Congratulations Prof.
Frank Orinde @FrankOrinde : Prof congratulations, now it’s time to continue the good work you’ve been doing for Kisumu county.
somFM @R3ALLL : Painful victory.
Alfred Juma: Congratulations boss.