Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua recently hosted a high-profile meeting at his Wamunyoro home that drew several notable political leaders. The gathering, attended by politicians from various regions, highlighted a shared desire to form a united front ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Among the leaders present were Martha Karua (People’s Liberation Party), Eugene Wamalwa (DAP-K), Kalonzo Musyoka (Wiper), and former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i. They expressed a willingness to work together and support a single presidential candidate in the next election cycle.
Also in attendance were former ministers Justin Muturi and Mithika Linturi, senators Richard Onyonka (Kisii), Karungo wa Thang’wa (Kiambu), John Methu (Nyandarua), Kamau Murango (Kirinyaga), and various MPs and MCAs from regions including Mt Kenya, Ukambani, and Kisii.
Martha Karua emphasized the importance of unity and addressing the country’s challenges, stating that the alliance was being formed in response to the concerns raised by citizens across the nation.
Rigathi Gachagua, who hosted the meeting, pointed out that the presence of leaders from diverse backgrounds was a clear indication of growing national unity. He noted that the Mt Kenya region was ready to collaborate with other communities to pursue a common political vision.
He also hinted at the launch of a new political outfit and urged Kenyans to support alternative leadership that could offer solutions to pressing national issues.
Ms Karua voiced concerns about press freedom and called for accountability and justice in national affairs. Dr Matiang’i backed her remarks, affirming that leaders must prioritize national interest above personal ambitions.
Meanwhile, Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi distanced himself from the recent fertilizer scandal, stating he would provide documentation to clear his name.
As this meeting unfolded, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and several Mt Kenya MPs, including Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wa, held a separate event in Nyeri County. They reaffirmed their support for President William Ruto’s government and called on the region to remain united within the Kenya Kwanza alliance.
Mudavadi praised the new UDA-ODM collaboration, describing it as a step toward national cohesion and development. He urged Mt Kenya residents not to isolate themselves politically, warning that other regions could step in to fill any leadership vacuum.
Ichung’wa reiterated his loyalty to President Ruto and stated he would continue to support the current administration despite criticism.
