In a statement issued on Sunday, Owalo said his continued stay in government was no longer viable after announcing his presidential ambitions. “Following my declaration earlier today that I intend to run for the Presidency of the Republic of Kenya in the year 2027, my position as the Deputy Chief of Staff, Delivery and Government Efficiency is no longer tenable,” he said. “Come 2027, I will submit myself as a candidate for the Presidency of the Republic of Kenya,” Owalo said, adding that his track record as “a performer, a results-oriented person and a risk-taker” would guide his bid for the country’s top seat. Owalo also stressed the importance of completing the Lake Victoria Ring Road to link Busia to Migori and improve regional and cross-border trade with Uganda and Tanzania. He also advocated for genuine multi-party democracy in Nyanza, saying the 2010 Constitution guarantees political pluralism and competitive leadership.
