Bungoma Governor Wangamati concedes defeat, congratulates Ken Lusaka

Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati has conceded defeat after failing in his attempt to recapture the seat for a second term.

Wangamati, in a message posted to his social media accounts on Thursday, congratulated his competitor Ken Lusaka (Ford-Kenya) for reportedly winning the seat; this is however pending the official announcement from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).

The exiting one-term county boss, whou sought the seat on a DAP-K ticket,  hence expressed gratitude to his supporters, as well as his Cabinet and family for helping him during his period of service and backing his re-election bid.

“The people of Bungoma have spoken and we respect that decision. I want to congratulate Kenneth Lusaka on his election as the Governor of Bungoma County. I want to thank every citizen of Bungoma who thought and believed in my vision for Bungoma and all those who supported my campaigns for re-election and voted for me,” he wrote.

“To each one of you, I want you to know that every single vote, every single contribution, every word of advice and encouragement was and remains greatly appreciated. To the great people of Bungoma, thank you for your trust and confidence on the basis of which I have served as your second Governor for the last 5 years.”

He added: “I want to thank everyone who helped me achieve my mandate. My Cabinet and staff, you have been worthy dependable partners in this journey. I want to thank my wife Caroline. Words fail me. I know this loss is so much yours as it is mine.”

Wangamati further wished the incoming Governor well in his endeavor, urging them to move the county to the next level.

He also urged him to adopt whatever he sees as noteworthy from his own agenda for the good of the people.