"We Don't Want Mt. Kenya Votes": Gladys Boss.

A fresh political storm has erupted after National Assembly Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss Shollei made a startling declaration suggesting that President William Ruto's camp is not seeking votes from the Mt. Kenya region for his re-election bid.

Her remarks have quickly attracted widespread attention, reigniting debate over the political relationship between President Ruto and a region that played a decisive role in his victory during the 2022 General Election.

According to Shollei, the Kenya Kwanza administration is focused on delivering its development agenda and is not prepared to engage in political bargaining simply to secure support from any particular region. Her statement has been interpreted by many as a direct response to growing criticism and shifting political dynamics within Mt. Kenya.

The comments come at a time when the region...