In Vihiga County, the 2022 elections saw a flurry of political activity, with several well-known figures on the ballot vying for various seats. However, some of these politicians disappeared from the spotlight after their losses, leaving the people of Vihiga wondering: Where are they now? Two such figures, Noah Mbwanga and Moses Akaranga, were beloved by many, but since their defeats, their voices have been eerily silent.
Noah Mbwanga: The Resilient Leader Who Lost His Way
Noah Mbwanga first captured the public’s attention in 2013, securing a landslide victory to become the Member of the County Assembly (MCA) for Banja Ward. His leadership during those five years earned him the admiration of locals. But his journey took a turn in 2017, when he ran for the same position again, only to face defeat. Undeterred, he made another bid in 2022, but once again, he fell short.
Despite the setbacks, Mbwanga was a well-loved figure in the region, and his loss in the 2022 elections shocked many. His supporters even contested the results in court, but their efforts proved fruitless. Since then, Mbwanga has remained out of the public eye, leaving the residents of Banja Ward asking: Will he make a comeback in 2027? Will he aim for the MCA seat again, or perhaps even set his sights on a higher office in Vihiga County?
Moses Akaranga: The Silent Former Governor
Moses Akaranga, who served as the Governor of Vihiga County from 2013 to 2022, was another politician who won the hearts of many with his approachable and effective leadership. His tenure as governor earned him widespread affection from the people, making his sudden silence after the 2022 elections all the more perplexing.
In the 2022 race, Akaranga garnered 50,000 votes, but his closest rival, Geoffrey Osotsi, outshone him with a commanding 700,000 votes, securing a decisive victory. Since his defeat, Akaranga has remained conspicuously absent from the political scene, and there has been no indication of whether he plans to return to the ballot in 2027.
For now, the people of Vihiga are left to wonder: Will these two former leaders return to the political stage in the coming years? Only time will tell, but hope lingers among their supporters that their voices will once again be heard.
As Vihiga County looks ahead, many are eager to see whether Noah Mbwanga and Moses Akaranga will make a comeback or if new faces will rise to take their places. One thing is certain: the political landscape of Vihiga is far from settled, and the future remains open to possibilities.
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