Mumias East Mp Peter Salasya was conspicuously present as President William Ruto met Western Kenya region leaders on Wednesday at Kakamega state lodge.Mp Salasya is a fierce supporter of the Azimio la Umoja coalition leader Raila Odinga, His presence in Ruto’s function will no doubt raise eyebrows on his loyalty to the former Prime Minister.
However, Salasya recently come out to defend himself for attending the event, he says that he only attended the event for Mumias Sugar company issues.
He added that there are people who are close to the president who are against the company singling out United Democratic Alliance secretary general Cleophas Malala, he only went to hear what those opposed to that company will say.
The meeting is seen as part of the president’s strategy to buttress his grip on the region that is perceived to be the stronghold of opposition leader Raila Odinga.
However, the president has faced criticism with his rival terming the tours purely political and aimed at consolidating power and enhancing support across the country.
But what caught the attention of Kenyans was Salasya’s hair, which looked shaggy as he was spotted sitting at the state lodge.The 32-year-old politician spots a shaggy hairstyle, which many claim is untidy, but for him, it is his trademark.
by: Khase