Former industrialization minister and a long term member of parliament, Henry Kosgey has emphasised the importance of electing credible leaders in the coming elections.

Speaking to Nandi residents during a thanks giving ceremony in the county, he reiterated the importance of remaining calm during this election period.

He warned politicians against spreading hate messages and propaganda during this electioneering period.

"I would love to urge my opponents to focus more on policies rather than spreading propaganda and hate message," Said kosgey. He will be battling it out with the incumbent plus a host of other leaders.

He was later on crowned as an elder and endorsed by the residents to run for the office of the governor.