Waiganjo pledges transparency, prioritizes education in Olkarau MP bid

Singer and businessman Paul Waiganjo has vowed to serve the people of Olkarau with fairness and transparency as he seeks to become the area’s next Member of Parliament.

Speaking during an interview with Kururia TV, Waiganjo said his leadership will prioritize education, noting that investing in learning institutions will be central to his development agenda.

“I will work for the people of Olkarau in a fair and transparent manner. Education will be my top priority,” he said.

Waiganjo also pledged to continue the legacy of the late David Kiaraho, promising to build on development projects initiated during his tenure.

He confirmed that he will contest the seat on the Democrats for the Citizen Party (DCP) ticket, a party associated with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

The party has already announced plans to conduct transparent nominations ahead of the by-election.

Meanwhile, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has set Thursday, July 16 as the date for the by-election, following the declaration of the seat as vacant by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula.

In a gazette notice, the commission appointed Anthony Muhia Njiraini as the Returning Officer, assisted by Deputy Returning Officer Maurine Chepkemoi Kisiero.

Political parties intending to participate in the mini-poll have until May 4 to submit the names and specimen signatures of their authorized officials, alongside details of aspirants expected to take part in party primaries.

The IEBC has scheduled May 25 and 26 for the submission of nomination papers by both political parties and independent candidates.