Minister Gumo quits politics
Prime minister Raila Odinga (left) is welcomed by Regional Development minister Fred Gumo (centre) and ODM chairman Henry Kosgey (right) at the Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge during a past ODM retreat. Mr Gumo announced he has quite active politics January 16, 2013. FILE
Regional Development minister Fred Gumo has quit active politics after 38 years.
Mr Gumo made the announcement Wednesday but said he will continue supporting Prime Minister Raila Odinga's presidential bid.
The former Westlands MP said he intends to form a non-governmental organisation (NGO) that will assist the poor, particularly orphans.
Mr Odinga is the Coalition for Reforms and Democracy (Cord) presidential candidate.
