Wangamati, MP Wanyonyi scrambles for Linda Mwananchi ticket in Bungoma gubernatorial bid

Former Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati and Westlands Member of Parliament Tim Wanyonyi have intensified efforts to secure the Linda Mwananchi Movement (LMM) ticket ahead of the 2027 Bungoma gubernatorial race, setting the stage for a potentially competitive nomination battle.

The two leaders are seeking to position themselves within the emerging political outfit associated with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as they seek to consolidate political support across the county ahead of the next general election.

Businessman and political activist Zacharia Barasa has also expressed interest in securing the movement’s ticket as he seeks to join the race to succeed incumbent governor Kenneth Lusaka.

Speaking in Khasoko Ward, Bumula Constituency, during a public engagement with his supporters, Wanyonyi announced that he had ditched the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) for the Linda Mwananchi Movement, declaring his commitment to the outfit.

“I want to affirm and confirm that I’m firmly in the Linda Mwananchi party, therefore I will only work with those in that party,” Wanyonyi stated.

Source: TV47 News