Central Kenya politics has been electrified after Murang’a Senator Sabina Chege fired a warning to opposition leaders eyeing the Deputy President’s position.
In a bold statement, Chege addressed those she described as “eager to grab the DP Kindiki seat,” urging patience. “Wale wanamezea mate kiti ya DP Kindiki kuja polepole tafadhali. Hii kiti ni yake hadi 2032. Nyinyi pengine tutawapea huko mbele baada ya mheshimwa Ruto kumwachia Kindiki kiti cha urais,” she declared, asserting that the seat rightfully belongs to Kindiki until 2032 and hinting at strategic succession planning endorsed by President William Ruto.
The remarks come amid growing speculation over party alignment and leadership ambitions within opposition circles, particularly the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), which has been perceived as attempting to expand influence in areas traditionally aligned with the ruling party.
Chege’s statement emphasizes loyalty to current leadership while signaling that political positions and succession will follow established party plans rather than opportunistic moves. Analysts note that such pronouncements are increasingly common as political figures publicly defend party hierarchies and caution against internal rivalries.
This exchange underscores the ongoing tension between ruling party leadership ambitions and opposition maneuvering, illustrating how strategic messaging is being used to consolidate influence ahead of the next electoral cycle.
