A twist of events has seen DP William Ruto ask Uasin Gishu governor aspirant Bundotich Kiprop drop out of the race for incumbent Jackson Mandago. Ruto said on Saturday that Mandago won the primaries in Uasin Gishu and deserves to be supported by all those who lost, including Kiprop alias Buzeki. Read: I am not Ruto’s pawn in Uasin Gishu governor race – BuzekiThe rivalry between Buzeki and Mandago has sparked heated politics in Uasin Gishu, Eldoret town in particular, where Buzeki enjoys massive support. Mandago and the two MPs threatened to urge the Kalenjin community in Uasin Gishu to support the Opposition to protest against Buzeki’s bid. Also read: Ruto meets Mandago, allies to quell political tensions ahead of Uhuru's visit

Source: The Star June 10, 2017 11:26 UTC