Leonard Muriuki Wamuthende of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has won the Member of Parliament seat in the Mbeere North by-election held on Thursday, November 27.
Wamuthende secured the victory after beating Newton Kariuki Ndwiga of the Democratic Party (DP), along with several other contenders in the race.
Wamuthende won the by-election with a total of 15,802 votes, defeating Karish, who garnered 15,308 votes.
In its message, UDA suggested that the people of Mbeere North used the ballot to push back against intimidation and uncertainty.
"The people of Mbeere North have chosen a path of development, dignity, and stability. They have stood firm for the UDA vision that uplifts communities, protects democratic choice, and puts the needs of ordinary citizens first.
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"Your victory is not just political, it is a testament to the resilience and resolve of a community that refuses to be swayed by chaos or deception," it said.
UDA noted that the election was anchored in a deeper desire for long-term progress.
"As you take up this mandate, we stand with you in advancing transformative leadership rooted in integrity and service.
"Hongera Mheshimiwa, the people have spoken, and they have entrusted you with their future. May your tenure be a powerful chapter of unity, growth, and unwavering dedication to the people of Mbeere North Constituency," it added.
Earlier Thursday, chaos erupted at Kanyuambora polling station after Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku was chased away from a polling station during the ongoing by-elections.
The dramatic confrontation unfolded in front of voters who accused the CS of being present inside the station despite not being authorised to remain there.
A video seen by Nairobileo.co.ke shows Ruku walking inside the polling station moments before a section of citizens confronted him.
The incident quickly escalated, drawing the attention of dozens of voters who were already on high alert due to the charged atmosphere.
One of the citizens is heard telling the CS that he was not supposed to be inside the station, "You are supposed to be out there, not here."
Ruku then attempted to push the man outside while holding him by the shoulder, but the individual pushed his hand away, refusing to move.
As the standoff heated up, more citizens joined in, booing and shouting at the CS while asking him to leave the polling station.
The crowd was heard telling him to go away and insisting that the campaign period was already over, shouting, "Go away, the campaign period is over; people are not fools anymore."
Ruku eventually walked away from the polling station as the situation grew increasingly hostile.
