This archive report was first published on 19 August 2019.
Published on August 19, 2019, Makueni Governor Prof Kivutha Kibwana has denied reports of closed-door meetings with colleagues Charity Ngilu (Kitui) and Alfred Mutua (Machakos) aimed at influencing the Kamba vote.
According to Governor Kibwana's Director of Press Service, Edward Mwendwa, the governor has never attended any such meetings with his colleagues from Ukambani to discuss politics.
Instead, Governor Kibwana has focused on the development of the South Eastern Kenya Economic Block (SEKEB), attending open meetings held in public places.
Mr. Mwendwa further clarified that Governor Kibwana has not endorsed William Ruto's candidature and has publicly announced his own bid for the 2022 presidential elections, doing so on his own volition.
