Faheem Riyamy, the Grandson of former Senior District commissioner of Turkana district , Rift valley province , Mr Rashid Riyamy Snr who enjoyed such a storied public service career, has joined politics.

The soft spoken businessman is set to vie for the Old Town MCA seat through the UDA party, a political party associated with Deputy President William Ruto.

The 34- year-old widely regarded as the one to have displayed the same aura as his late Grandfather Mr Rashid Riyamy both on and off screen till date has been traversing the sprawling alleys of the native native Old Town  to try to revive the fortunes of this historic town which has dwindled down  with lack of security and the rise of illicit drugs usage .

According to Faheem youth empowerement is part of his agenda.

"Education is very important to our youth, this will help them stay away from issues like drug abuse and other vices. Through education our youths will also be able to secure jobs. " said Faheem.

Adding " Once elected I will make sure that I talk to my friends and other stakeholders to see how we can sponspor our youths in terms of education and secure bursaries for them.

He further promised to support smale sacle traders and businesses.

"Old Town is known for fishing, we have alot of fishermen in Old Town, I will make sure that we empower them through getting them modern fishing boats and help them in securing ready market for their product not only locally but nationally and internationally.