DCP won't replace Banisa candidate as their candidate steps down after meeting Ruto

President WIlliam Ruto and Banisa MP aspirant Adan Mohamed Kiongozi greet as Mandera Governor Adan Khalif looks on/FILE

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) suffered a major blow after its candidate for Banisa constituency withdrew from the November 27th by-election.

Adan Mohamed Kiongozi made the move after meeting President Willaim Ruto in State House will will now throw his weight behind UDA’s Ahmed Maalim Hassan.