By Erick Otieno
The race for the Migori governor’s seat has taken a new turn after Suna West MP Peter Masara received an endorsement from elders.
The endorsement was made by the Suna Suba Council of Elders, led by chairman Mr Riogi Riogi, during a bursary launch and distribution ceremony held at Piny Oyie DCC Grounds. The elders called on the Suna community to unite with other sub-counties across Migori County to rally behind Masara’s gubernatorial bid in the 2027 General Election.
“It is time for the Suna people to come together and work with other communities in Migori County to support Hon Peter Masara for the governor’s seat,” Mr Riogi said, adding that the MP possesses the leadership and experience required to steer the county forward.
The endorsement places Masara among other leaders eyeing the Migori governor position, including Uriri MP Hon Mark Nyamita, while incumbent Governor Dr Ochilo Ayacko is expected to defend his seat.
Addressing residents during the event, Masara urged politicians accused of causing divisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party to desist, noting that unity was key to strengthening the party.
“Those trying to divide ODM from within should stop and allow party officials and our party leader, Dr Oburu Odinga, to have an easy time strengthening the party for unity and development,” Masara said.
At the same event, the MP distributed KSh 33 million in bursaries, benefiting over 3,000 students from Suna West Constituency. He further revealed that the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) had set aside additional funds to support pupils joining Grade 10.
“We have preserved funds under the CDF to ensure pupils transitioning to Grade 10 receive bursaries and continue with their education without interruption,” he stated.
Masara assured Suna West residents that his gubernatorial ambition would not derail service delivery, pledging continued focus on development.
“I will continue serving the people of Suna West as their Member of Parliament, and all development projects in the pipeline will be fully implemented without failure,” he affirmed.
The endorsement by the elders is expected to significantly boost Masara’s political standing as Migori County gears up for the 2027 General Election.
