Popularity of President Ruto Versus Matiang'i, Kalonzo and Gachagua in Vihiga County

As the clock is ticking towards the next general election, presidential race is shaping up. 

President William Ruto is expected to fly the Kenya Kwanza Alliance flag in the race, while the United Opposition are yet to decide who will be their flag bearer.

Mizani Africa has given a report on the popularity of main presidential contenders like President William Ruto, ex-Interior CS Fred Matiang'i, Former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka, Former Chief Justice David Maraga, Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah and Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in Vihiga County.

According to the poll, President William Ruto is the most popular presidential candidate in Vihiga County with 34.5% support. In the second place is Fred Matiang'i with 14.5%, while Kalonzo Musyoka is third with 11.3%.

David Maraga, Okiya Omtatah and Rigathi Gachagua have 2.4%, 1.6% and 1.2% respectively. Around 34.1% of the respondents which represent voters are still undecided.

From the report, President Ruto has 34.5%, while Matiang'i, Kalonzo and Gachagua who are in the United Opposition have a total of 27%.

The camp that ODM will final align with might get a huge boost in the upcoming election. Remember ODM is the most popular party in Vihiga according to Mizani Africa survey but they don't have a candidate for the top seat. 

The leaders of the party are still in disagreement on what path to take ahead of the next poll, but majority are aligned with Ruto'.