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By SK Hon. Mwambu Manonga together with Hon. Julius Masinde at a past UDA event. Bungoma County Governor Kenneth Lusaka is facing increasing criticism from local leaders and residents who are calling for greater accountability and improved governance. Hon. Julius Masinde, a former senatorial candidate in Bungoma ‘s December 2022 By-election and a prominent figure in the county, has, in a statement voiced his concerns about the state of leadership under Governor Lusaka’s administration. “Governor Lusaka is messing up the county and should be held accountable for it,” Hon. Masinde stated, Echoing the frustrations of many Bungoma residents who feel that the county is not being governed effectively. According to Hon. Masinde, the current leadership is plagued by serious deficiencies, necessitating a complete reset to restore proper governance in the county. Photo Courtesy: Hon. Julius Masinde  These remarks come shortly after a recent visit by President William Ruto to Bungoma, where a...

Bungoma County Governor Ken Lusaka is facing intense scrutiny from Hon. Julius Masinde over the reported 148 million Kenyan Shillings spent on the Madaraka Day celebrations hosted in Bungoma. According to Hon. Masinde, the expenditure is not only exorbitant but also raises significant accountability concerns. Hon. Masinde acknowledges the importance of preparing for the influx of visitors for such a national function, but he insists that the preparations should not have cost beyond 60 million KES. He claims that while the county government justifies some of the expenditure as necessary for completing the VIP section at Masinde Muliro Stadium, which can be accounted for, other costs are questionable. One of the most contentious expenditures is the 25 million KES reportedly spent on planting ornamental trees along the dual carriageway. Hon. Masinde, a regular user of the road, argues that there is little evidence of these trees.  " Apart from a small area from the Airstrip to Kanduy...

  Photo: Hon. Julius Masinde  In the political landscape of Bungoma County, a call for change echoes through the words of Hon. Julius Masinde, a former senatorial candidate and advocate for heightened senatorial standards. Masinde's recent expressions of disappointment towards the current senator shed light on the pressing need for enhanced representation in the Senate, urging the people of Bungoma to elevate their expectations and demand accountability from their elected officials. The heart of Masinde's concerns lies in the multifaceted role of the county senator and the perceived lack of engagement and effectiveness in fulfilling these responsibilities. He emphasizes the pivotal role of the senator in driving development initiatives, advocating for the needs of the county, and championing legislative reforms that directly impact the lives of Bungoma residents. However, Masinde laments the apparent disconnect between the current senator and these fundamental duties, highligh...

  What you need to know: Hon. Julius Masinde was reacting to President William Ruto's recent utterances on disrespecting some court orders. He calls upon the government to adhere to all court orders for or against their wishes. In what has been seen as a direct attack to the Judiciary, leaders across the divide have teamed up against the head of state in his recent pronouncements directed at the judiciary. They are expressing doubt and are much concerned on the direction President William Ruto’s Kenya kwanza government wants to take as far as the independence of the judiciary is concerned. After activist Okiya Omtatah ‘s harsh defense on the Judiciary, Hon. Julius Masinde, former senatorial candidate in Bungoma’s by-election has joined up guns blazing. To Hon. Masinde, President William Ruto and his government are products of the judiciary without which he couldn’t be peaceably holding the position. Hon. Masinde flashbacks the supreme court decision that uphold President William Ru...

From Wetangula's calibre to Wakoli's? Is it really pleasing so far? Hon. Julius Masinde, former senatorial candidate in December 2022's by-election is yet to see a justifiable reason of having a Senator in Bungoma. As it stands according to him, Bungoma is without a Senator and if there will exist one, it is after the 2027 general elections when He believes he will be matching into the Senate House as the elected senator for Bungoma. Masinde is disappointed not only to the fact that Bungoma electorates decided this way even when he believes there were better options but much more disappointed with Speaker Wetangula's decision of going to an extent of endorsing a non-perfomer and someone who he was aware for the fact he had worked so closely with him before that he would end up being lazy if not incompetent at work. He says it is a disgrace as a student not to perform upwards instead dig low. " Looking at it from where National Assembly Speaker had left, we are sink...

  What You need to know: Hon. Julius Masinde recently asked searching questions on the working state of Bungoma Senator. He lamented on a number of issues including the Senator's darlliance with County government executive. Recently on West TVs Staftahi, he delves much into party politics and the future of Ford Kenya and the rulling Kenya Kwanza coalition parties Photo Courtesy :Hon. Julius Masinde in a past campaign function. After calling out the Senator from his comfort zone, Hon. Masinde has registered his disappointment following the County state of affairs when those responsible were quiet & in bed with the county government that they feared telling them the truth to help better Bungoma as a whole. Hon. Julius Masinde said one of the main reasons he wanted and still wants to be the Senator of Bungoma is not to oppose the county government but to offer responsible oversight that will be of benefit to the electorates and not to be quiet when they need him the most like what...

 #TheUndercover by EoK Editorial. Paybill 4103959 : Acc: EoK Masinde, the option Bungoma missed! "Kosa Sio Kosa, Bali Kurudia Kosa ..." Almost a year after Senatorial by-elections, of what good did Bungoma elect the current office bearer? Is there something to smile about? Is the Senator delivering the promise? What basis did you as a voter look into before casting your vote? Was your interogation perfect? There's need to ask searching questions as far as our current political leadership is concerned. Getting it right needs doing everything right in the first place. The Bungoma county Senate position which is largely into oversight & revenue share allocation is the talk of town today. With the Power bestowed there with, the influence as far as County government performance is concerned , it demands to be the most talked about. We need not to judge within a year but if asked today about the very same office, what will you respond back. How many choices were you prese...

Photo courtesy; Hon. Julius Masinde Press Team What you need to know; Hon. Julius Masinde has vowed to remain steadfast in the senate house, championing for the best to his people in Bungoma. He has been persistent with his four point agenda, promising to deep into it once given chance as the senator. Bungoma Senate elections is Set for Thursday 8th December 2022. Promising to give his best to the people of Bungoma, Senatorial hopeful Julius Masinde got nothing to hide but all optimism in him clinching the top seat. Hon. Julius Masinde in a past Campaign program Masinde has, in his campaigns vowed to make Bungoma County what it deserves to be in ensuring he makes his office more engaged with voters, launching projects across the county to ensure locals has food on the table. Masinde is optimistic and hopeful of a more developed County under his watch as the Senator, Promising to stand tall whenever required to by circumstances to defend the interests of the people in what he terms as O...

  Hon. Julius Masinde in Cheptais, Mt. Elgon addressing his supporters. What you need to know; Bungoma Senatorial hopeful, Julius Masinde is one, willing to do anything available to be done in clinching the senate seat. He has employed several techniques in reaching electorates, dispatching troops across the county for the bigger Mission. Masinde with his team are into all corners of Bungoma convincing Youths, Women and the elderly of a better Bungoma with him as the Senator. With few days left for the by-elections in Bungoma, Hon. Julius Masinde is a man on a mission. Opening his arms wide open to welcome and use every opportunity available, creating more and more in his favor as far as his gospel is concerned, his moves have caused jitters in Competitor's camps, everyone watching him quietly but keenly. With his agenda for Bungoma touching all ages and gender, Masinde is keen to ensure no one is left behind, committed to gather all and scatter none. Photo courtesy; Julius Masinde...

Hon. Julius Masinde addressing mourners in a past funeral function. What you need to know; Hon. Julius Masinde is giving Kenya Kwanza Alliance Candidates sleepless nights over his popularity in the county. This is after Masinde took lead in two stroke polls said to have been initiated by UDA. With the little percentage of voters who took part, Masinde was on the front followed by UDA's Mwambu Mabonga. Bungoma Senatorial race is taking a different route latest being on the voters preference as far as the Candidates are concerned. Julius Masinde has given Kenya Kwanza sleepless nights as two polls said to have been commissioned by UDA in the last 48hrs shows the Independent candidate has a clear lead in popularity ahead of the December 8th Bungoma Senatorial by elections. Masinde has been consistent with his messaging to the public on why they need to consider his candidature, and reminding them of his commitment to better the lives of all including but not limited to small and large...

  Photo courtesy; Hon. Julius Masinde Press What you need to know; Hon. Julius Masinde has been warning Bungoma residents against voting a Senator supported by the governor for obvious reasons. Masinde has been going round requesting the public to be extra vigilant in electing their Senator not to elect a governor's"Mkono Boy." Masinde has vowed to be the saviour in providing necessary and exemplary leadership as far as the roles of a Senator are concerned. Hon. Julius Masinde will be on the ballot as an independent candidate to claim the Bungoma Senate seat. Bungoma Senatorial race is taking a different twist especially with the County governor publicly seen to have his favorite Candidate with whom they are going round campaigning with. This has sparked debate on the roles of a Senator and who fits to replace Wetangula among the candidates expected to be met on the ballot come 8th December, less than a months time. To Julius Masinde, an independent candidate for the posi...

  Photo courtesy; Julius Masinde Press team What you need to know; Hon. Julius Masinde was today cleared by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, IEBC to vie for Bungoma Senate Seat. Hon. Masinde was cleared to vie as an Independent Candidate. Masinde warned his competitors against promoting violence and asks them to stick to their lanes in ensuring a peaceful campaign period. Masinde has promised to reach all corners of Bungoma County to sell his agenda to the voters.  Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, IEBC has today cleared several candidates to vie for the Bungoma Senatorial seat, left vacant by the resignation of former Senator, Moses Wetangula to vie for the National Assembly Speaker which he won. Hon. Julius Masinde was cleared to vie for the seat on independent ticket having met all the requirements set by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission. Hon. Masinde expressed his satisfaction of the clearance process after he was given...

  Photo courtesy; Hon. Julius Masinde Press team What you need to know;  Hon. Julius Masinde yesterday Wednesday engaged voters from his township Ward Kanduyi Constituency. He was on a mission to solidify his support base in his home Ward. Masinde promised to offer solutions to the enormous problems in the county once elected to the senate. He will be facing IEBC today afternoon for clearance. Hon. Julius Masinde was a guest to several groups of people in his home Ward, Township Ward of Kanduyi Constituency to solidify on his ward support base. Hon. Masinde Engaged residents of Sinoko area,kanduyi show ground as well mama mboga and the kanduyi hustler community where he encouraged them to elect a senator who will fight for solutions to the numerous challenges in the county. Hon. Masinde was optimistic that his desire to serve in the capacity of a Senator will come through on December 8th and that from his services the people of Bungoma will be proud of the choice they will hav...

  Photo courtesy; Hon. Julius Masinde Press team What you need to know; Bungoma Senatorial hopeful Hon Julius Masinde today met with Kibabii University student leaders. He castigated Education cabinet secretary Ezekiel Machogu for his recent declaration of doing away with University funding. He later met with youths and women groups in different areas across Bungoma and finally attended a funeral service at Ndivisi. Hon. Masinde requested the people of Bungoma to vote for a Senator who will take good care of their needs. Registering his dissapointment over Education CS Machogu's remarks on getting rid of Government funding to Public Universities, Hon. Masinde was quick to comment on the matter that has caused division in the country. The Bungoma Senate hopeful promised the Kibabii University student leaders and other University students of his determination to ensure an affordable Education system in the country for both low and high income earners. Education has for a period of ti...

  Photo courtesy; Hon Julius Masinde Press team What you need to know; Hon Julius Masinde today attended a number of church services to explain to the christian community his senate desires. He was in Bumula Constituency, Kanduyi, Webuye West and Tongaren constituencies. He encouraged the church and believers to elect a God fearing Senator for Bungoma to be safe going forward. He noted that change was necessary in Bungoma's leadership structure and that he is the desired change. Bungoma Senatorial hopeful Hon. Julius Masinde was today a congregant in several churches across Bungoma county. The confident independent candidate for the senate position was on a mission to woe the church and believers across the county to support his Senatorial bid. He insisted on the need for electing a God fearing leader of his calibre to liberate Bungoma by all means through prayers, hard work and determination. Hon Masinde was in among many, at Kabula Catholic parish Bumula Constituency, Christian R...

  Photo courtesy; Hon Julius Masinde, Bungoma Senatorial hopeful What you need to know; Hon. Julius Masinde today attended burial service of the wife to Kabula location Chief. He emplored the people of Kabula to vote him as their Senator. He was confident of turning around the future of Bungoma as a county in the affirmative once given chance. The residents of Kabula accepted to walk the senate journey with him. Bungoma Senatorial hopeful Julius Masinde today Condoled with the family of the Chief, Kabula location following the death of his wife who passed on after a short illness. Masinde was quick to bid farewell to the departed soul and wished the family and the people of Kabula God's mercy in accepting the hard reality of loosing a loved one. The December 8th Bungoma senate hopeful emplored area residents to support his senatorial bid placing his cards as the only hope to restore the vast county from historical "mighty" beliefs and in another way give way to new blood ...

  Photo courtesy; Hon. Masinde on Campaign. What you need to know; Muscling into the field with lots of political vigour, Bungoma Senate Aspirant Julius Masinde is hitting all corners of Bungoma selling his glittering manifesto with the people of Bungoma. Masinde was among the 9 aspirants who attended today's IEBC meeting at the electoral Commission's Head offices in Bungoma. Masinde called upon all political players in the senate race to take responsibility in ensuring peaceful campaigns and elections. He also urged the IEBC to ensure a level playing field for all aspirants irregardless! Bungoma Senatorial hopeful Hon Julius Masinde was today among the 9 candidates expected to appear on the ballot in the scheduled 8th December Race who held a meeting with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, IEBC at the commission headquarters in Bungoma. Vying as an independent candidate, Masinde called upon the commission to ensure a level playing ground for all candidates in...

Photo courtesy; Hon. Julius Masinde campaign. What you need to know; Hon. Julius Masinde pitched camp in Sirisia Constituency today to marshal support as he seeks to take over senate responsibilities. Masinde, together with Sirisia Constituency residents urged the court to allow and accept Waluke's appeal to be released on bail terms. Hon. Waluke was jailed for 67 years with a slap of 69years to his business associate Mrs. Wakhungu or be released on a cash, 1b bond. Masindes'candidature got a boost as locals agreed to fully back him and ensure he clinches the seat. Bungoma Senatorial hopeful Julius Masinde has today called for the release of Sirisia MP John Waluke on bail terms so that he can be allowed to work for Sirisia people as their Member of Parliament. Hon. Masinde was speaking during his Meet-the-people tour in Sirisia Constituency today November 3rd, few days to the scheduled 8th December by-elections. He shared his vision of a better Bungoma with him as the Senator t...

  What you need to know; Julius Masinde is vying for the Bungoma Senate seat on independent ticket. He has been endorsed officially by his Bakimwei clan which is also former Kanduyi MP, Wafula Wamunyinyi's clan to vie for the seat. The clan has agreed to back Masinde and requested Wamunyinyi to retire home. Bungoma Senate race is is getting interesting each passing day. Alignments and realignments are the order of each day. Today, Hon Julius Masinde was the favored candidate as he hosted the larger Bakimwei clan who agreed to support him and vowed to market his candidature across all Bukusu clans and the larger Bungoma community. In a meeting that was hosted at the candidates home in Bungoma township, the clan resolved to fully back Madinde's candidature for according to them, his vision is far better than any other aspirants' and for a reason of his passion in delivering a better Bungoma as well as the advantage of his young age, Masinde stands out as the best bet for Sena...

  Photo courtesy; Hon. Julius Masinde At a glance; Hon. Julius Masinde will be vying for the Bungoma County Senate seat as an independent candidate on 8th December 2022. Julius Masinde, alias "Hustler We Kamaki" in local Bukusu dialect and in Swahili, "Hustler Wa Mayai"  is a Bungoma based egg entrepreneur. Hon. Masinde has independently entered a race to represent the people of Bungoma in the senate aware and ready to deal consisely with any available crocodiles in the waters he'll be swimming until he gets there. (Senate.) Bungoma Senate Race couldn't have been a race without superb names and brand associated with one, Hon. Julius Masinde. Unlike President William Ruto's Hustler tag, Masinde has been directly identified by locals with his normal hustle, him being an entrepreneur in the egg industry, " Hustler We Kamaki ," an identity that is sinking well with the voters. Bungoma Senatorial hopeful, Hon. Julius Masinde. What you should know Ab...