[Nairobi Senator Mike Sonko. He has unveiled Vivo Energy Kenya Managing Director Polycarp Igathe as his running mate. Courtesy: The Star]
Flamboyant Nairobi Senator Mike Sonko has defended his choice of running mate as he seeks to unseat governor Evans Kidero during the forthcoming polls.
The senator unveiled Vivo Energy Kenya Managing Director Polycarp Igathe as his preferred Deputy.
Speaking on Wednesday during a press briefing, Sonko noted that Igathe's vast experience in the corporate world will be key in his governance of the city.
“You will appreciate my choice of running mate reflects the corporate governance image that the residents of Nairobi would like to serve them and his CV in corporate leadership speaks for itself,” Sonko said.
He further pledged to tacklecorruption within the County if elected governor.
“As you will see from our manifesto, which we will be unveiling shortly, our agenda for this county is issue-based and will be anchored on good governance, transparency and I shall not entertain any form of corruption in whichever form," he noted.
The pair has since been endorsed by Deputy President William Ruto, who lauded the line up as "qualified enough."
“This team understands the challenges of this city and are going to provide the solutions for the problems this city faces. And they have the right partnership with us to make sure that Nairobi truly becomes the City in the Sun, again,” Ruto said.