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High-stakes scramble for Nairobi intensifies as election clock ticks

By The Standard December 04, 2025

Source: The Standard

High-stakes scramble for Nairobi intensifies as election clock ticks

With 20 months to the next General Election, the scramble for political seats in Nairobi has begun in earnest, with the gubernatorial race drawing the most interest.Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is upbeat that his Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) will not only capture the gubernatorial and senatorial seats but will also sweep most parliamentary and county assembly positions.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUnlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans TodayUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is upbeat that his Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) will not only capture the gubernatorial and senatorial seats but will also sweep most parliamentary and county assembly positions.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUnlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans TodayUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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