Churchill Amatha

Churchill Amatha, a businessman from Nyang'ori in Hamisi Constituency, officially declared his candidacy for the Vihiga gubernatorial election in late July 2026. He said he was responding to calls from residents across the county to seek the governorship. As of August 2026, Churchill Amatha has not publicly declared a political party for his 2027 Vihiga gubernatorial bid. His campaign launch and media coverage describe him as an independent aspirant at this stage, without announcing a party ticket.