Geoffrey Ruku Announces 2027 Nairobi Gubernatorial Bid

Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: November 4, 2026Country: Kenya

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Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku announced his intention to run for Nairobi governor in the 2027 General Election. His bid could put him in competition with incumbent governor Johnson Sakaja. The announcement comes amid political realignments in Nairobi, as Sakaja joins ODM to defend his seat.

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