Nyong'o opposes Bill seeking to bar former Governors from vying for Parliamentary seats

The Bill aims to lock out governors after they have served their 10-year term in office.

Nyong'o says the Bill is unconstitutional since it will infringe on their right to seek elective posts, as enshrined under Article 38 of the Constitution.

Speaking to the press in Kisumu, Nyong'o said he does not expect anybody to limit his opportunities once he completes his term as a governor.

"Having reviewed this Bill very carefully, I note the object of this Bill is to bar persons who have served as county governors from vying for election as members of parliament in the senate or members of county assembly for the first five years immediately after serving as Governor. This Bill is unconstitutional and I have myself opposed it," said Nyong'o on Friday.

Nyong'o says the Senate should prioritize Bills that strengthen devolution, which he believes is under threat, instead of focusing on cheap politics.

As a former Senator, Nyong'o asserts that no politician should be barred from exercising their rights, regardless of past office held, adding that the gains of democracy, as enshrined in the Constitution, must be respected.