Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has struck a political
deal with leaders of small parties in Ukambani region to solidify his support
base and bolster his bid for the Nasa presidential ticket.
Mr Musyoka can now rest easy after his long-time political rival
Charity Ngilu and other local politicians Mutua Katuku, Wavinya Ndeti who have
been opposed to his leadership agreed to rally the Kamba community behind the
Wiper leader.
In the deal, Mrs Ngilu’s Narc, Ms Ndeti’s Chama Cha Uzalendo
and Mr Katuku’s People’s Trust Party will work with the Wiper party leader in
pushing the community agenda within the Opposition National Super Alliance.
According to Mr Katuku, a former MP for Mwala constituency
and an ex-minister in the Kibaki regime, the leaders resolved to push for Mr
Musyoka to be the Nasa flag bearer and ensure the Kamba community votes as a
block for the Opposition coalition.
“We’ve closed ranks on several issues but most importantly
we want to ensure our community gets the best deal within Nasa in terms of
budget allocations, power sharing and government appointments” Mr Katuku told
the Nation in an interview.
The deal is also likely to give Mr Musyoka a competitive
edge within Nasa politics because he has managed to rally his political base to
speak with one voice.
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