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Rift governor seat aspirants vetting deputies to meet deadline

Nakuru governor Lee Kinyanjui with his deputy Dr Eric Korir (left) addressing the press at Nyayo Gardens on June 4, 2021. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

With just a few hours to the Monday deadline for governor seat aspirants to pick their running mates, the Rift valley region has witnessed a flurry of political activities as hopefuls unveil their choices.

After going through party primaries, the aspirants are making their choices based on regional and ethnic balance, academic credentials, employment and leadership track records.

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