A new opinion poll by Swiss Poll International has highlighted the competitive race for the Kisumu Senate seat, with Stephen Ochieng Nyandiare emerging as the frontrunner with 27.3% support.Samuel Odoro follows closely with 25.4%, while Willis Raburu ranks third with 21.7%.The survey, conducted on 7,956 respondents, indicates a tight contest with a ±3% margin of error.Nyandiare's lead is narrow, with Odoro and Raburu trailing closely.Other candidates like Fredrick Odumo Nyinguro and Gilbert Amollo received lower support.The poll underscores the growing political dynamics in Kisumu County ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Raburu's entry into politics, confirmed in April, adds to the competition, with his alignment with the Linda Mwananchi faction further shaping the race.The findings suggest a highly contested race where voter sentiment remains fluid, with only a small gap separating the top contenders.

The survey's methodology, using a 95% confidence level, provides a reliable snapshot of current preferences, reflecting the county's political landscape.