Speculation rife that Shahbal could run as an independent
ODM leader Raila Odinga (center) holding hands with Abdulswamad Shariff (left) and Suleiman Shahbal at Orange house on April 15, 2022 after Raila brokered a deal between the two that will see Abdulswamad contesting the Mombasa gubernatorial seat during the August General Elections.
Businessman was urged by his supporters not to quit the race during a meeting two days ago.
ODM leader Raila Odinga praised Shabahl for stepping down for Abdulswamad Nassir.
Businessman Suleiman Shahbal could trash his fledgling truce with Mvita MP Abdulswamad Nassir and run as an independent candidate for the Mombasa gubernatorial seat on August 9, the Nation has established.
President Uhuru Kenyatta and Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition flag bearer Raila Odinga brokered a deal between the two aspirants last week, but things seem to have taken a dramatic twist after a series of “consultative meetings”.
