Mark Nyamita

Also known as: Uriri MP Mark Nyamita

Uriri MP who ranked among Kenya's top-performing legislators in 2026 and is challenging for Migori governorship in 2027.

2026-06-092026-10-22

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October 2026
15 OctCapital News
… In Migori, Mark Nyamita has 29%, narrowly ahead of Governor Ochilo Ayacko, who is at 27%. …
Swiss Poll electability survey puts Wanga at 67%, Orengo at 54% in Luo Nyanza
July 2026
28 JulThe Standard
… Governor Ochilo Ayacko; Rongo MP Paul Abour, Uriri MP Mark Nyamita, and Kuria East MP Maisori Kitayama said the low numbers have prompted a coordinated mobilisation drive for voter registration.Ayacko said the drive involves elected leaders, chiefs, the Independent Electoral and …
Migori leaders rally residents to acquire IDs, voter cards
25 JulThe Standard
… The event was attended by Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, Homa Bay Deputy Governor Danish Otieno, Uriri Member of Parliament Mark Nyamita, Kabondo Kasipul MP Dr Eva Obara, government officials and local leaders.Commending students at Ober Boys High School fo …
PS Omollo urges parents to shield children from crime
24 JulCapital News
… Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, Homa Bay Deputy Governor Danish Otieno, Uriri MP Mark Nyamita and Kabondo Kasipul MP Eva Obara were among leaders who attended the meeting.
PS Omollo warns parents over youth recruitment into political goonism
23 JulCitizen Digital
Ol Kalou poll has no bearing on 2027 presidency - MP Nyamita By Roy Ouma July 23, 2026 01:28 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Uriri Member of Parliament (MP) Mark Nyamita speaking to Citizen TV on February 2 …
Ol Kalou poll has no bearing on 2027 presidency - MP Nyamita
20 JulThe Standard
… The leaders, including Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed, Migori Governor Ochilo Ayacko, Uriri MP Mark Nyamita and Kuria East MP Marwa Kitayama, said the Nyanza region stands to benefit from President Ruto’s government.They arg …
Leaders urge Ruto to increase development in Nyanza, pledge 2027 support
3 JulCitizen Digital
How Governor Ochilo Ayacko, MP Mark Nyamita are rewriting the rules of Migori politics By Walter Nyambaga July 03, 2026 06:44 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A side-by-side image of Uriri MP Mark Nyamita an …
How Governor Ochilo Ayacko, MP Mark Nyamita are rewriting the rules of Migori politics
1 JulThe Standard
Audio By Vocalize Uriri MP Mark Nyamita has emerged as Nyanza's top-performing legislator in the latest Infotrak Elected Leaders Performance Rating, leading a strong showing by lawmakers from the region in the national rankings.The survey, which assessed Members of Parliament on …
Uriri's Mark Nyamita leads Nyanza MPs in Infotrak's performance ranking
1 JulCitizen Digital
Nyamita, Ichung’wah, Salasya among top performing MPs - Infotrak poll By Kimberly Buop July 01, 2026 01:34 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Pollster Infotrak has released a list of members …
Nyamita, Ichung’wah, Salasya among top performing MPs - Infotrak poll
June 2026
29 JunCapital News
… The leaders, among them Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, Ugenya MP David Ochieng, Luanda MP David Maungu, Uriri MP Mark Nyamita and former Busia Woman Representative Florence Mutua, dismissed criticism directed at the partnership between President Ruto and ODM leader Raila …
Nyanza Leaders Defend Ruto Alliance, Reject Return to Opposition Politics

Politics

Swiss Poll electability survey tracks Luo Nyanza governor races

The News

A Swiss Poll International survey of gubernatorial electability across Homa Bay, Siaya, Kisumu and Migori counties ahead of 2027 elections shows Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga at 67%, Siaya Governor James Orengo at 54%, Kisumu's Prof. Tom Ojienda at 46%, and Migori's Mark Nyamita at 29%. The report does not specify the survey's sample size, fieldwork dates, methodology or margin of error.

15 October 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 15 October

Swiss Poll electability survey tracks Luo Nyanza governor races
A Swiss Poll International survey of gubernatorial electability across Homa Bay, Siaya, Kisumu and Migori counties ahead of 2027 elections shows Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga at 67%, Siaya Governor James Orengo at 54%, Kisumu's Prof. Tom Ojienda at 46%, and Migori's Mark Nyamita at 29%. The report does not specify the survey's sample size, fieldwork dates, methodology or margin of error.
15 October 2026 · Capital News →

Tuesday 28 July

Migori leaders urge residents to register as voters before 2027
Migori County leaders, including Governor Ochilo Ayacko and three MPs, have launched a campaign urging residents to acquire national identity cards and register as voters, citing low registration numbers as of July 2026 (519,116 registered voters) that could weaken the county's political influence in the 2027 general election.
28 July 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 25 July

PS Omollo urges parents to protect children from crime recruitment
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has called on parents to take greater responsibility for their children's upbringing and shield them from politicians and criminal groups seeking to recruit young people into criminal activities. He emphasised the family as the first line of defence and urged closer collaboration between parents, teachers, and school administrators to foster discipline and prevent youth involvement in crime.
25 July 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 24 July

PS Omollo urges parents to prevent youth political violence recruitment
Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has warned parents to monitor their children's behaviour and social circles to prevent them from being recruited into political goonism and other forms of political violence. He called on parents, teachers and community leaders to work together to steer learners towards education and productive activities instead of allowing them to be exploited during political tensions.
24 July 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 23 July

Ol Kalou by-election result not indicative of 2027 presidency
Uriri MP Mark Nyamita argued that the recent Ol Kalou Constituency by-election result has no bearing on the 2027 general elections, since President William Ruto was not on the ballot. He dismissed opposition claims that the election signals what awaits the president, characterizing the opposition as united only by opposition to one individual.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 20 July

Nyanza leaders urge Ruto to increase regional development, pledge 2027 support
Nyanza leaders including Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed have urged President William Ruto to initiate more development projects in the region to bolster his re-election bid in 2027, arguing that the President has demonstrated commitment to equitable development across the country.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 3 July

Migori politics shifts toward ideas over insults ahead of 2027
Migori County's political landscape is changing from historical rivalry and violence toward issue-based competition as the 2027 General Election approaches, with Governor Ochilo Ayacko facing challengers including Uriri MP Mark Nyamita, Suna West MP Peter Masara, and former Woman Representative Dr. Pamela Odhiambo.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 1 July

Uriri MP Nyamita tops Nyanza in Infotrak performance ranking
Uriri MP Mark Nyamita has emerged as the highest-ranked legislator from Nyanza in Infotrak's latest Elected Leaders Performance Rating, which assessed MPs on accessibility, responsiveness, accountability, visibility and fulfilment of campaign promises. Nyamita secured a place in the national Top 100, and credits his ranking to efforts including a digitised bursary system in his constituency.
1 July 2026 · The Standard →
Infotrak poll ranks top-performing MPs and senators by rating
An Infotrak poll released on Wednesday ranked members of parliament and senators by performance rating, with Embakasi East MP Babu Owino at the top with 80%, followed by Kabuchai MP Joseph Kalasinga at 78%, and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and Taveta MP John Bwire tied for third with 76%. The survey included MPs such as Nyamita, Ichung'wah, and Salasya in its top 100 rankings.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 29 June

Nyanza leaders defend alliance with President Ruto
Leaders from Nyanza region, including Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, have defended the broad-based government arrangement between President Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga, urging residents to embrace cooperation with the administration rather than return to opposition politics.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →

Saturday 27 June

PS Omollo calls leaders to unity for development
Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo has called on political leaders across the country to set aside their differences and work together, saying unity among leaders is the cornerstone of peace, social cohesion and sustainable development.
27 June 2026 · Capital News →

Sunday 14 June

Migori Youth crowned NSL champions after Embu draw
Migori Youth FC won the 2025/26 National Super League title following a 1-1 draw against 3K FC at Moi Stadium, Embu, finishing with 81 points and earning promotion to Kenya's top-flight football.
14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 9 June

Uriri MP accuses Gachagua of seeking state benefits via court petition
Uriri MP Mark Nyamita has claimed that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is seeking court review of his October 2024 impeachment partly to obtain state benefits, including payment for the period until the end of his term. Nyamita argued that Gachagua should not receive taxpayer-funded benefits while maintaining political ambitions.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
CS Mbadi launches two road construction projects in Migori
Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi launched the construction of the Kanyawanga-Kwoyo-Dede-Rapogi-Awendo Road and Othoo-Got Kachola Road to bitumen standard in Migori County. The roads are intended to improve connectivity, transportation access, and boost economic opportunities in the region.
9 June 2026 · The Standard →