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More aspirants eye Kanu ticket as party plans to back President Uhuru

Dr.Noah Chekech(waving KANU sign)after he was received by KANU party in mogotio on February 4,2017.He was officially received by senator Moi after vying for mogotio parliamentary seat on jubilee ticket but hope to KANU due to unfavorable conditions from the party. PHOTO:MOSES KIPSANG//STANDARD

The expected backing of President Uhuru Kenyatta's re-election bid by former ruling party Kanu is set to tilt the political dynamics in the Rift Valley region.

The anticipated arrangement where Kanu will field candidates for all elective seats apart from the presidency will create more opportunities for political aspirants seeking party tickets.

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