Mvita MP Abdullswamad Nassir will now run for Mombasa Governor on an ODM ticket, ODM Party Leader Raila Odinga has announced.
This is after the Suleiman Shahbal businessman stepped down for him.
Speaking after the decision, Shabal said he took the decision to safeguard the party's interests in the region and ensure that ODM secures the seat.
"It is a good move now that the ODM has a candidate who will contest for Mombasa gubernatorial seat in August. This is a clear indication that the party is committed to ensuring that they win this seat" said Shabal
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On his part, Raila lauded Shabal, saying no one was forced to drop their bid in the poll.
"This now means that the Mvita Mp will battle it out with UDA candidate Hassan Omar who was also awarded a free ticket to the contest" stated Raila
Mohamed Faki will flag the ODM flag in the Senate seat
