Kariri Njama has issued a brief statement conceding defeat the Kiambaa by-elections.
Njama said: “I’m so grateful to the people of Kiambaa, thse who voted for me and those who idid not vote for me,” Njama said.
“I trust there is always a next time, tutakuja kufanya kazi pamjoja ( we will work together) . I will not rest, I will continue serving the people of Kiambaa,” Njama said.
Njama lost to UDA candidate Njuguna Wanjiku in a closely contested race.
Wanjiku thanked residents for their support.
“In every contests there is a winner and a loser. We believed in God and did our best. I would like to thank the people of Kiambaa for having faith in me.
“I would like to thank Ndindi Nyoro (Kiharu), Kimani Ichungwa (Kikkuyu), Rigathi Gacahagua (Maragua), Moses Kuria (Gatundu North) among others and the Deputy President William Ruto for the support they have accorded me,” Njuguna said.
Njuguna will work for only a few months until 2022 when the country will go for the next general election.