Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has told opposition leaders to keep off United Democratic Alliance (UDA) matters in the run-up to the Malava parliamentary by-election. Speaking during the burial of Mwalimu Enock Andanje, a UDA aspirant who passed away recently, Mudavadi dismissed calls from rivals for the party to ensure free and fair nominations, saying they should instead focus on their own internal processes.
“Others are coming here and they only have a single aspirant within their political outfits. Why are matters for UDA giving them sleepless nights?” Mudavadi asked.
He confirmed that UDA will conduct its nomination exercise for the Malava seat on September 20, ahead of the November 27 by-election. Mudavadi urged residents to take the process seriously and select a candidate who can best represent their interests within government.
“Right now, we are mourning, and we want the family of our brother Andanje to find comfort in the Lord. But once the dust settles, the people of Malava must treat the nomination exercise with the seriousness it deserves,” he said.
Mudavadi highlighted his extensive consultations with stakeholders in the constituency, including teachers, boda boda operators, women leaders, religious figures, and clan elders. He emphasized that the final decision rests with the people of Malava, urging them to elect a focused, dedicated, and trustworthy leader.
“Malava has a proud history of producing visionary leaders. This time should not be any different. Let us remain focused and look at the bigger picture as a region by supporting a party already in government,” he added.
The Prime Cabinet Secretary stressed that Malava stands to benefit more by aligning with UDA, citing the party’s strong political structures and national presence. His remarks came as the political temperature in the constituency and across Kakamega County continues to rise, with aspirants and parties positioning themselves ahead of the polls.
The event was also attended by key leaders including National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, DAP-K deputy party leader Cleophas Malala, Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa, and his deputy Ayub Savula, signaling the significance of the Malava by-election in shaping regional politics.
