Nyambane gets IEBC nod to run for president in August polls

Umoja Summit party leader Walter Mong’are alias Nyambane has become the first presidential candidate for the August 9 polls after clearance by the electoral commission.

IEBC chairman Wafula Chebukati announced that Mr Mong’are, who made a name in TV comedy, had met all the set conditions.

“We want to confirm that you have complied with the checklist. You will be issued with a certificate confirming you as a presidential candidate to enable you begin your campaigns,” said Mr Chebukati.