Baringo Gen Z senatorial aspirant shares heartfelt message to supporters after defeat
By Cynthia Lodite, November 29, 2025Baringo County Gen Z senatorial aspirant Samuel Letasio has shared a heartfelt message to his fans days after he was defeated in the just-concluded Baringo County by-election.
In a moving message on his official X account on Saturday, November 29, 2025, he recalled joining the senatorial race quite late, just two months before the by-elections.
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He further narrated his desire to serve despite limited resources, little political experience, and limited time to engage widely with the people of Baringo County.
“I joined this race very late, only in October, with nothing but a desire to serve. I had limited resources, little political experience, and very little time to reach all corners of Baringo,” Letasio wrote.
Hectic campaign days
He also recalled the days he could not travel, the days he did not have enough posters or fuel, and the moments when the weight of the journey felt heavy.
“But in those moments, something remarkable happened: you, the people of Baringo, lifted me up. Some of you contributed whatever little you had just to help me move,” he said.
Letasio went on thanking his supporters and the people of Baringo, who believed in him when a select number tried to intimidate him for being young.
“Some walked with me, encouraged me, defended me, and believed in me even when others tried to intimidate or discourage us. To everyone who supported my campaign, voted for me, spoke for me, and guarded my vote, thank you,” he added.
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He also called on young people to turn out and exercise their democratic right to vote come 2027.
“When we fail to vote, or when we allow handouts to influence our choices, we risk our future and delay the progress our people desperately need. Leadership chosen through money or manipulation can never truly serve the people,” he said.
Message to Baringo Gen Zs
With a message to his fellow Gen Z in Baringo County, Letasio rallied them to register as he prepares for a second comeback.
“I especially want to speak to the young people of Baringo. Your vote is your power. Your voice is the key to reclaiming a county that works for all of us. I encourage every young person who has not registered to come out, register, and prepare yourselves,” he wrote.
Letasio also added, “In 2027, you will decide the future of Baringo County. Do not sit back and watch; participate. Let us get ready early, let us organise, and let us build the leadership that reflects our hopes, not our fears.”
