This archive report was first published on 23 October 2021.
Martha Karua, the leader of Narc-Kenya, has denied claims that she will be ODM leader Raila Odinga's running mate in the 2022 polls.
Speaking at a leaders' meeting at Kerugoya Starwood Hotel, Karua stated that she was eyeing the Kirinyaga governor's seat.
'I have not declared to be someone's running mate nor have I been approached by anybody,' she said.
She emphasized that she will be running for the Kirinyaga governor's seat in the next polls.
Mount Kenya region, Karua warned, will only support a presidential candidate who addresses insecurity and poor coffee and tea prices.
She cautioned Mount Kenya leaders against dissolving their political parties ahead of the 2022 polls, stating that it would be suicidal and make it difficult for them to bargain during power sharing.
Currently, most of the region's residents lean towards the United Democratic Alliance, which is linked to Deputy President William Ruto.
Karua stated that Deputy President Ruto is now regretting his decision to dissolve his URP party to team up with President Uhuru Kenyatta to form Jubilee.
'At the moment, there are a lot of political fights between the President and his deputy, the deputy president has no power over the control of Jubilee,' she said.
She emphasized that Mt Kenya leaders should be given free space to run their political parties without interference.
Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi, who was present at the meeting, stated that Kenya requires a president who will revive the economy and eradicate corruption.
He observed that graft has contributed to the deteriorating economy and advised Kenyans to be careful when choosing leaders in 2022.
He asked Kenyans to vet leaders before casting their votes if they desire to be liberated.
