Despite it being just a mere met up, the rare reunion has stirred mixed reactions and sparked debate about its political implications ahead of the 2027 General Election.
However, insiders from both camps have admitted that there is still tension in both the UDA and Jubilee camps, with some claiming Kenyatta is seeking a strategy to influence the 2027 presidential succession despite publicly withdrawing from active politics.
They argued that the sudden appearance of Uhuru Kenyatta at State House could be part of a broader plan to reassert his influence in Kenya’s evolving political landscape.
“There was nothing major. We know the international community wants Uhuru to retain his regional peace role, but they’re uneasy about his relationship with President Ruto,” a State House official told Taifa Jumapili.
“Since he requested to visit State House to adjust to the new changes, we believe he wanted to demonstrate to the international community that he bears no grudge against his successor and is ready for any regional security role.”
However, Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei seemed delighted with the visit, saying it signified Ruto’s national acceptance and indicated he would easily win in 2027.
“Uhuru’s presence at State House with President Ruto has unsettled tribal propagandists who oppose a united Kenya. This also proves that ‘tutam’ (we’ll clinch it) is clear for Ruto’s government. The 2027 election will be a coronation; the opposition should wait until 2032,” said Cherargei.
However, Jubilee Party National Chairman Torome Saitoti dismissed suggestions that Kenyatta’s visit was political.
“He had a completely different meeting, and people should stop reading too much into it,” Saitoti said.
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