Imran Okoth Biography
Imran Okoth is a Kenyan Politician and Member of parliament for the Kibra constituency, He attained this running with ODM flag, the Mp seat was previously held by his late brother Ken Okoth , Imran was raised together with his other 5 siblings.
Imran Okoth Education
Information about Imran okoth’s education is still under review and will be soon updated.
Imran Okoth Age
Imran Okoth was born in Kibera, Kisumu Ndogo, His age as of 2019 is still under review and will be updated soon.
Imran Okoth Family
Imran Okoth and his five siblings were raised in Kibera’s Kisumu Ndogo. They were raised by their mother Angelina who raised them as a single mother after their father abandoned the family and left the kids at a young age. their whole family consists of six children.
Wife
Imran is happily married to his wife, Mrs. Imran.
Body Measurements
Height: Not available
Weight: Not available
Shoe Size: Not available
Body Shape: averagely slim
Hair Colour: Black
Imran Okoth Salary
As MP for Kibra Imaran will be earning well over 700,000 Kenyan shillings plus other benefits.
Imran Okoth Net Worth
Imran okoth no doubt lives a comfortable life, however, details about his exact net worth are currently under review and will be updated soon.
Imran Okoth Politics
Imran was pushed to the scene when his brother Ken Okoth called him sometime last year and left him in charge of Kibra constituency affairs as he had to go to seek medical expertise abroad.
For quite some time now, Imran oversaw development project in Kibra as Ken went to seek treatment.
After Ken Succumbed to cancer and was cremated on August Okoth’s family looked to Raila Odinga to endorse Imran to be the party’s contender in the upcoming by-election.
On nominations day Imran was heckled by the crowd, He was forced to cut short his speech and exit the stage, it was then that Imran embarked on a door to door campaign to sell his ideologies. Having been the Constituency development fund (CDF) chairman for seven years, Imran had an idea of where to go and he did exactly that to win the votes of the majority.
Imran won the nominations against nine other aspirants to garner 4,382 votes. He was later issued the nomination certificate on September 10 at the ODM main offices in Nairobi
Imran Okoth Kibra By-Election
Imran Okoth will be running for MP seat in the Kibra By-elections.
On Saturday night, the ODM party unveiled Mr. Okoth as the flag bearer ahead of November by-election, and will now officially role campaigns. He garnered 4,382 votes.
“Thank you to all @TheODMparty members in Kibra for conducting yourselves like the democrats we have always known you to be. Thank you for your patience in the face of various challenges as you voted today. Congratulations ndugu Imran Okoth,” wrote Edwin Sifuna.
He was followed by Peter Orero (1,218), John Milla Otieno (906), Ben Musungu (524), Christone Odhiambo (417), Tony Ogola (381), Stephen Okello (228), Brian Owino (127), Reuben Ojijo (52) and Eric Obayi (45).
But Imran relied heavily on the network created by his brother Ken Okoth and by the fact that he served as constituency manager during the entire period.
According to Muhamed Onyango, Mr. Okoth used grassroots mobilization skills, making his campaigns door to door and reaching out to friends.
“He wasn’t making a noise. He used his brother’s network, grassroots mobilization, and friends to deservedly win the ticket. He understands the constituency given that he was constituency manager,” he said.
“I am going to use my little resources & connections that I have to campaign for my Muslim brother & @TheODMparty aspirant, Bernard (Imran) Okoth… In shaa Allah,” he added.
Similar remarks were made by lawyer Steve Ogolla, who conceded that by the fact that Imran was serving in Ken Okoth’s administration, it was going to be difficult to beat him.
“Congratulations Imran Okoth, a man truly fit for the job. A loyal servant, trained in the tradition of result-driven leadership stretching back to six years. As former CDF Manager, he is the true story behind the glory of Kibra’s magical rise. He deserves support,” he said.
He will now be facing Jubilee’s McDonald Mariga, Eliud Owalo of ANC and Ramadhan Khamisi of Ford Kenya. ODM enjoys fanatic support in Kibra.
Source: hivisasa.com
Imran Okoth Profile
Imran, together with party authorities, displayed his papers to the IEBC on Tuesday at 1 pm for leeway.
Imran didn’t state much at the scene aside from trading merriments with his fans and his rivals’ fans.
“Asante sana kwa kufanya nipate party selection. Tutashinda hii kiti (Thank you for making it feasible for me to get a gathering selection. We will win the Kibra seat),” he said.
A great many people reached by the Star depicted Imran as a ‘self observer’ and said that they don’t have the foggiest idea about his experience well.
“The person isn’t vocal. He says ‘mawili’, ‘matatu’ at that point zips (He expresses a few words at that point stays silent). Nobody comprehends what he does outside his quick group. Today I was puzzled that he could address a group,” James Otieno, a Kibra inhabitant said.
“He is excessively timid, excessively peaceful. We don’t think a lot about him. Discuss his age, training or family, we do not understand,” another occupant said.
Socially mindful
In any case, a group of the occupants said individuals ought not think little of Imran’s degree of social mindfulness.
“Calm individuals are the absolute generally attentive, permeable people of all,” occupant Jane Kimani said.
Imran will join a rundown of people who have gotten into administration because of their family ties.
Others incorporate Kitui West MP Edith Nyenze, who took over from her better half, Francis Nyenze, after he passed on after the 2017 General Election; Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang’ who took over from his sibling, Otieno Kajwang and Makueni Senator Mutula Kilonzo Jnr, who took over from his dad following his demise in 2013.
Frequently Asked Questions About Imran Okoth
Who is Imran Okoth?
Imran Okoth is a Kenyan Politician and Member of parliament for the Kibra constituency
How old is Imran Okoth?
His age is still being investigated and this information will be updated soon.
How tall is Imran Okoth?
Imran is of average height.
Is Imran Okoth married?
Imran is married, however, his wife’s details are still not well known.
How much is Imran Okoth worth?
His Net Worth is still being investigated and this information will be updated soon.
Where does Imran Okoth live?
Imran lives in Kenya.
Is Imran Okoth dead or alive?
Imran is still alive and of good health.
Where is Imran Okoth now?
Imran is the current member of parliament for Kibra.