In a symbolic turn of events, Boyd Were, the son of the late Charles Ong’ondo Were, has won the ODM party primaries in Kasipul for the forthcoming by-election. His victory is steeped in emotional resonance—as he steps up to carry forward his father’s legacy.
Though the nomination day was chaotic, with reports of disruptions and claims of external interference, Boyd’s supporters remained steadfast. The party blamed Homa Bay Deputy Governor Oyugi Magwanga for disrupting the polling process. Tuko.co.ke – Kenya news.+1 Despite fierce competition and high stakes, Boyd’s win sent a clear message: that family name, community trust, and political machinery can combine powerfully.
The vacancy came after the tragic assassination of Charles Ong’ondo Were on April 30, 2025. Boyd’s candidacy now transforms grief into purpose, as the constituency watches whether he can exceed expectations and unify supporters.
