Gideon Moi will contest for the Baringo County Senatorial Seat in the upcoming by-election, scheduled for November 27, 2025.
In a statement on Thursday, October 2, the Kenya African National Union (KANU) said that the decision for Moi to contest for the seat was arrived at after deliberations and consensus within the party and with the people of Baringo County.
“The Kenya African National Union (KANU) wishes to formally announce that, following extensive consultations, deliberations, and consensus within the party and with the people of Baringo, our National Chairman, Hon. Gideon Mol, has been nominated as the party’s candidate for the forthcoming Baringo Senatorial by-election,” the statement read in part.
KANU further said that the decision underscored the independence party’s unwavering commitment to offering “experienced, visionary, and people-centered leadership” at a critical juncture for Baringo County and the nation at large.
“In accepting this call to serve, Hon. Moi has expressed profound gratitude to KANU members, supporters, and the people of Baringo for their patience, confidence, and steadfast support.
“He remains committed to running a people-driven campaign anchored on inclusivity, accountability, and service to all.”
The party hopes that Moi’s candidature will resonate widely with the Baringo electorate. “We call upon our supporters across Baringo County and the country at large to rally behind our Chairman as we embark on this crucial journey.”
Moi was the first senator of the county from 2013 to 2017, he recaptured the seat in 2017 General Election, but lost it in the 2022 General Election.
Moi will now have to face it off with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate Kiprono Cheburet, who clinched the ruling party’s ticket.
Cheburet clinched the UDA ticket after garnering 48,791 votes, floowing nine other contestants. Tobole Kipsang Kibor Wycliffe came in second with 30,897 votes, while Daniel Kiptoo Korir came third with 23,613 votes. Others in the race were Sylas Kipkogey Tochim (769), Evans Kiprotich Mundulel Bett (735), Joseph Rotich Cherutoi (172), Isaiah Kipkoros Kipkurnet (141), Linus Musa Kamket (118) and Reuben Chirchir Chepsongol (82).
