Wetang’ula harvests Mudavadi’s allies
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula led Ford Kenya party has officially welcomed two prominent Amani National Congress (ANC) politicians from Nandi County, signaling a new wave of political realignments following the dissolution of the Musalia Mudavadi led party.
The party’s Secretary General, Dr. John Chikati, received Eliud Kirongo of Kapkangani ward who is the Minority Leader in the Nandi County assembly and Geoffrey Kevolwe of Kiptuya Ward who is also the Minority Whip in the same assembly.
The defectors were welcomed on Wednesday morning at the party headquarters at Riverside drive in Nairobi.
The two seasoned leaders, both serving their third term, were elected on an ANC ticket before the party was recently absorbed into the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
The delegation of the defectors MCAs were led by Hon. Hassan Kagoni, the Kabwareng Ward MCA under the FK banner.
Speaking during the welcoming ceremony, Hon. Kagoni said the decision to join Ford Kenya followed extensive consultations with ANC grassroots leaders and voters who felt politically orphaned after the dissolution of the ANC.
“Today we are proud to receive new members who resonate with our vision, manifesto, and the values we uphold as a party. This is a great step for the growth of our party and for inclusive development.” said Dr Chikati.
Hon. Chikati reaffirmed that Ford Kenya remains a key member of the ruling Kenya Kwanza coalition but continues to strengthen its presence across the country.
He noted that the new MCAs bring significant experience and influence that will be instrumental in reinforcing the party’s grassroots network in Nandi County and beyond.
During the event, the SG issued lifetime membership certificates to the new members.
