Timothy Maneno is the new Member of County Assembly (MCA) for the Nguu-Masumba ward.

Maneno, an independent candidate, emerged victorious in Thursday’s by-election with 2902 votes.

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The Nguu-Masumba seat fell vacant this year in June following the defeat of Harrison Ngui.

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Daniel Kivuva who was vying for the seat under the UDA ticket was second with 2219 votes.

Eshio Maiwa, Wiper Party candidate, came in third with 1614 votes.

Prof. Kivutha Kibwana who is the Governor of Makueni County has congratulated the residents of his county for coming out in large numbers to elect a leader of their choice.

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“I congratulate the People of Nguu/Masumba Ward for their determination to uphold democracy. They have spoken loud and clear in electing Timothy Maneno. I thank all the gallant leader-volunteers who supported The Independent candidate. We have opened a new chapter in our politics,” said Kibwana.

Maneno has thanked those who had faith in him and says he will work with other leaders from the ward to push his agenda.

Congratulating Maneno for his victory, Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has, however, condemned violence that was witnessed in some parts of the ward.

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