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Two aspirants said that they will be competing for the seat of the Migori Senate as independent candidates.

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Obado, the rivalry of Ayacko divides the ODM before the deadly battle

Solomon Hodo and Kennedy Makasembo announced yesterday that they are ready for face-to-face with the ODM named Ochillo Ayacko at the October 8 by-election.

"I consulted my people and decided to go alone," said Mr. Hodo.

million. Makasembo, a former official of the Kenya Union of Teachers of Post-Primary Education, expressed similar sentiments.

"May the people decide on October 8. The poll is my last stop," Makasembo told The Standard.

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Another aspirant, Eddy Oketch, said that he was still in consultation. "I'll let you know my position this week."

The two candidates may soon be joined by former cabinet minister Dalmas Otieno. The ex-minister expressed his intention to compete despite the fact that he had no party. "I'm always partying, I almost have one so I can run my campaigns no later than next week," Otieno said.

Former MPs John Pesa and Edick Anyanga, who had already thrown their hats into the ring, have curiously become silent.

Two members of the family of the late Senator Ben Oluoch, Mark Okundi and the son of the deceased, Willis Okello, have not yet declared their position.

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Problem in ODM as Obado rejects the direct nomination of Ayacko

But despite all the stance, sources have hinted that some aspirants were considering complying with the ODM's decision for peace, and not to be seen as defying the party leaders.

Otieno and the governor of Migori, Okoth Obado, are unhappy with the appointment of Ayacko.

Hodo and Makasembo reported that they informed the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission of their intention to go it alone.

Yesterday, ODM Electoral Officer, Junet Mohammed, Political Affairs Director, Opiyo Wandayi, and President John Mbadi warned Mr. Obado against opposition to the party's choice .