Leaders in Meru have moved to avert a falling-out that threatened to paralyze Azimio campaigns in the region.
The rivalry and supremacy battles between Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi and Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya came to the fore after a visit by Martha Karua, Raila Odinga's running mate, with politicians allied to the governor accusing Mr Munya of sidelining them.
Mr Munya and Mr Murungi are key figures in the Azimio coalition in Meru, and their unity is crucial for the coalition's success in the region.
Speaking at a meeting in Kiirua, Governor Murungi urged leaders to move as a team, saying, "We will weaken our efforts in Azimio. We want Meru leaders to move as a team like we did when we backed the Mwai Kibaki government in 2002," he said.
Deputy Governor Titus Ntuchiu also called for an end to petty competition within the coalition, saying, "We need to end petty competition within the coalition so as to have a successful campaign. We will continue working closely with CS Munya in delivering a win for Azimio," Mr Ntuchiu said.
Mr Maore Maoka, an Azimio coalition council official, said better coordination in Azimio is needed to undo DP Ruto's support in the region.
