Kericho: Charles Keter loses UDA nomination to newcomer
Dr Erick Mutai (centre) and Engineer Fred Kirui at a press briefing in Kericho earlier this week.
Former Devolution Cabinet Secretary Charles Keter has lost UDA nomination to contest for the gubernatorial seat.
Mr Keter was defeated by a political greenhorn Dr Erick Mutai.
Dr Mutai, a university lecturer in Embu, secured 126,036 votes while Mr Keter came second with 70,342 votes.
Following his win, Dr Mutai said, "This win is for the people of Kericho from all walks of life and I wish to assure them that we will not disappoint them. We are looking forward to delivering in the August 9 General Election."
Dr Mutai said he was overwhelmed by the support he got from the people on the ground. He noted that he comes from an ordinary family and he was humble to beat Mr Keter, a high flier in government and politics.
