This archive report was first published on 20 November 2019.
On November 19, 2019, Bernard Okoth, alias Imran, was sworn in as the new Kibra MP, marking a significant milestone in the history of the constituency.
Okoth, who emerged victorious in the mini-election with 24,636 votes, was administered the oath by National Assembly Clerk Michael Sialai in the presence of Speaker Justin Muturi.
He was escorted to the chamber by nominated Jubilee MP Maina Kamanda and his Mathare colleague Anthony Oluoch (ODM), who introduced him to the Speaker before the oath was administered.
As tradition demands, Okoth was presented with a copy of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and the House standing orders, symbolizing his new role as a legislator.
Okoth's victory marked a significant shift in the political landscape of Kibra, with his closest challenger, MacDonald Mariga of Jubilee party, securing 11,230 votes.
Mr. Eliud Owalo of ANC came a distant third with slightly over 5,000 votes.
Okoth's swearing-in ceremony marked the beginning of a new chapter in the history of Kibra, and he is set to undergo a mandatory induction course before being selected for membership to at least two of the 33 House committees.
