Election losers will be accommodated in my government – Raila

ODM leader Raila Odinga has asked candidates who will bid for various elective positions under Azimio La Umoja Movement to remain in the formation if they lose in the elections.

Raila said they are expecting many hopefuls to contest under Azimio but only one candidate can be elected at a time.

"We may have dozens competing for a ward seat under Azimio but only one of them will win. This does not mean those who lose are useless," he stated.

Speaking at Serena Hotel in Nairobi during a meeting with leaders from Upya Movement, Raila said those who will lose under Azimio will be accommodated in his government.

"Don't lose in the election and then run away to our competitors. Let's remain in Azimio because together we can achieve what we have set out to do," he added.

National Treasury CS Ukur Yatani affirmed that leaders from arid and semi arid lands (ASAL) are fully behind Raila's presidential bid.

"We want to be part of the decision making process in your administration because you'll form the next government," he said.

Isiolo Senator Fatuma Dullo said people from ASAL have been in the cold for many years and now want to be part of decision makers in government.

"As pastoralists, we are going with you all the way," she said.