Kanu's Gideon Moi withdraws from Baringo Senate race
Politics
By
Julius Chepkwony
| Oct 10, 2025
Kanu party National Chairman Gideon Moi will not participate in the November 27 senatorial by-election.
The veteran politician was expected to present his nomination papers to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) on Thursday after he was endorsed by the party to contest the Baringo seat but withdrew from the race.
Kanu Secretary General George Wainaina confirmed that Gideon would not present his papers.
“Gideon did not present his papers as at 4pm. I understand there were further consultations after a Wednesday meeting in Nairobi,” said Wainaina, referring to a meeting between the Kanu chairman and President William Ruto at State House.
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Six aspirants have since been cleared to participate in the by-election. They include Vincent Cheburet of UDA, lawyer David Kipruto (Republican Liberty Party), Shadrack Kibet(ARK), Daniel Kurui and Chebon Kiprop.
Despite the change of heart, supporters of Gideon said they were fully behind his political path.
Ribkwo Ward MCA Daniel Tuwit demanded an explanation as to why Gideon did not show up.
“We should be told whether someone barred him from coming to present his papers. We say: no Gideon, no elections!” said Tuwit.
He insisted that all candidates should be allowed to participate in the process, adding that the people of Baringo would not take part in the by-election if any aspirant was unfairly locked out.
Tuwit further claimed that the people of Baringo had been denied their constitutional right following what he termed as interference that led to the Kanu candidate’s withdrawal.
UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar expressed confidence that the party would retain the seat.
IEBC chairman Erastus Edung said the commission was fully prepared to conduct the by-elections across the country.
He urged candidates to adhere to the electoral code of conduct, warning that strict action would be taken against those who violated the law.
“We have a code of conduct under the Elections Act which all candidates are required to sign and adhere to. Failure to comply will attract enforcement measures, including possible disqualification from the race,” said Edung.