Ngilu drops governor bid as Raila firms up hold on Ukambani

Azimio presidential candidate Raila Odinga with Governor Charity Ngilu during a past meeting. [Paul Mutua, Standard] 

Kitui Governor Charity Ngilu will not defend her seat as Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition presidential candidate Raila Odinga consolidates his grip on Ukambani.

Instead, Mr Odinga endorsed the candidature of former Kitui Governor Julius Malombe who is contesting on a Wiper Party ticket.