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I'll serve all equally, says Nyaribari Chache MP-elect Jhanda

Welcomes his rivals to help him develop the constituency saying its time to focus on development

In Summary
  • The flamboyant politician trounced six opponents including the incumbent Richard Tong'i to clinch the seat.
  • Jhanda expressed optimism that the Supreme Court will uphold President-elect William Ruto's victory.
Zaheer Jhanda casts his vote at Kisii Primary School on August 9, 2022.
Zaheer Jhanda casts his vote at Kisii Primary School on August 9, 2022.
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Nyaribari Chache MP-elect Zaheer Jhanda has assured residents of equal and better services under his leadership.

Jhanda said that he owes the people who turned up and elected him in the August 9 polls.

He said the electorate put to shame all those who were campaigning against him.

"I want to assure the people of Nyaribari that I am going to offer them services irrespective of who they voted for," Jhanda told the Star on phone.

The flamboyant politician trounced six opponents including the incumbent Richard Tong'i to clinch the seat.

"It is not by accident that I garnered more than 30,000 votes but it is because Nyaribari people wanted change in leadership," he said.

He welcomed his rivals to help him develop the constituency saying the election is over and the focus now shifts to working for the residents.

"I welcome all aspirants to focus on developing the constituency. They need to understand that the election was just a contest where there must be a winner and a loser," he said.

Jhanda who vied on a UDA ticket urged his rivals to respect the will of the people.

He pledged to concentrate on road infrastructure, education, health and agriculture among other sectors.

"I know the county has some roles to play but as an MP I will chip in, especially in the education, health and road infrastructure," he said.

Jhanda expressed optimism that the Supreme Court will uphold President-elect William Ruto's victory.

He urged all Kenyans to maintain peace and wait for the court's verdict.

"The court is there to arbitrate on various issues like the election petitions. I urge Kenyans to remain peaceful as they await the verdict," Jhanda said.

(Edited by Tabnacha O)

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