In Isiolo County, a powerful political machine has roared to life, transforming the sun-scorched and often dusty villages and remote manyattas into the decisive battleground for the keenly awaited Isiolo South by-election scheduled for 26 February.
Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan alias Guyo has personally spearheaded an unprecedented five-day boots-on-the-ground offensive, deploying a disciplined army of mobilizers to secure every possible vote for United Democratic Alliance candidate Tupi Junior.
This is not the usual campaign of fleeting appearances and lofty promises. It is raw, retail politics executed with military precision, where presence, persuasion, and personal connection are converting long-standing influence into guaranteed ballots.
Governor Guyo Leads Twin Ward Assaults with Unyielding Focus
Flanked by former Isiolo Governor Godana Doyo and the sitting Members of County Assembly from Garba Tulla and Kinna wards, Governor Guyo has torn through these key strongholds in a relentless door-to-door, manyatta-to-manyatta, clan-to-clan operation.
Barely a day after completing an equally intense sweep of Kinna, he stormed the villages of Garba Tulla, shaking hands, locking eyes, and offering quiet assurances that have ignited waves of emotion and loyalty among voters.
The governor has abandoned the comfort of podiums for the intimate rhythm of village life. His high-energy, largely youthful team has pitched permanent camp on the ground, refusing to pull back until the last vote is counted.
Mobility logistics have been fully activated to ferry pastoralists from distant grazing zones, ensuring that distance and remoteness no longer rob any voter of their voice.
Every settlement, no matter how scattered, has felt the tangible weight of a ruling party determined to turn its organizational muscle into electoral victory.
Mumina Bonaya Commands Parallel Sericho Offensive
While Governor Guyo anchors the northern push, Isiolo Woman Representative Mumina Bonaya has unleashed a formidable parallel operation across the sprawling plains of Sericho ward.
Operating with surgical accuracy, her team, supported by County Assembly Speaker Abdullahi J Banticha and scores of grassroots mobilizers, has penetrated deep into remote villages and nomadic settlements.
Clan by clan, household by household, they are stitching together ironclad consensus and maximizing turnout potential.
The twin offensives have fused into a single, unstoppable momentum, turning Isiolo South into a roaring theatre of political energy where the United Democratic Alliance now holds the clear upper hand on the ground.
Karayu Elders Deliver Historic Endorsement Amid Grassroots Engagements
In one of the most symbolically charged moments of the campaign, influential Karayu elders in Garba Tulla openly praised Governor Guyo for his decisive leadership and genuine contributions to the county.
Their words carried the weight of deep gratitude as they lauded his consistent, unconditional support for Tupi Junior from the very beginning, free from theatrics or self-interest.
The elders hailed the governor’s approach as a shining example of Borantiti, the cherished Borana virtues of integrity, courage, and dependable leadership.
Swipe through the video slides below to watch Governor Guyo’s speeches at various townships and in meetings with local communities
In response, Governor Guyo addressed the gathered community with a fiery yet thoughtful appeal, calling for unity, loyalty, and massive voter turnout on 26 February.
He vowed to remain embedded among the people, moving from manyatta to manyatta, until the final ballot is cast.
Substance Over Spectacle: Why This Strategy Is Reshaping the Race
What sets this campaign apart is its deliberate rejection of shortcuts. While rivals have resorted to dramatic helicopter landings, rushed rallies, and swift retreats to Nairobi, Governor Guyo’s machine has chosen the harder, more effective path of sustained, visible presence.
This ground war is built on structure, discipline, and resources, with vehicles, personnel, and coordination networks operating at full throttle.
In Kenya’s pastoralist regions, where clan networks, personal relationships, and logistical challenges define electoral outcomes, such deep immersion carries immense weight.
By sitting with elders under acacia shades, sharing meals in humble homesteads, and addressing the practical realities of voters, the governor is not merely campaigning but embedding his candidate in the fabric of the community.
Analysts following the race note that this approach addresses the core reality of by-elections in marginalized areas: victory belongs to the side that masters turnout, not the one that dominates headlines.
Governor Guyo’s strategy ensures that no vote is left behind due to distance, apathy, or neglect, creating a psychological dominance that is already reshaping voter confidence and commitment.
Momentum Builds Toward Decisive Victory
As the five-day ground offensive enters its final stretch, the United Democratic Alliance campaign has shifted into a ferocious retail mode that is delivering tangible results.
Support is consolidating rapidly across Garba Tulla, Kinna, and Sericho, with clan networks aligning firmly behind Tupi Junior.
Governor Guyo has made it clear: this is serious politics, organized, intentional, and relentless. It is not about chasing noise but about harvesting votes through genuine connection and unwavering commitment. With the election just days away, the ground reality speaks louder than any poll or projection.
If sustained presence and grassroots ownership remain the true currency of victory in Isiolo South, then Governor Guyo’s formidable machine has already rewritten the script for success, positioning Tupi Junior for a commanding win that will resonate far beyond the constituency.
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