His remarks, posted on his official Facebook page on Saturday, November 29, 2025, echoed what many observers have quietly discussed—and what earlier reporting from our newsroom has consistently highlighted: the opposition’s internal divisions could gift President William Ruto a smooth path to a second term.
Thuku did not mince his words. He insisted that without a single, widely accepted opposition candidate, the outcome of the 2027 race is already decided.
“If Dr. Fred Matiang’i will not be the sole opposition presidential candidate, prepare for Ruto’s second term,” he wrote.
Thuku did not mince his words. He insisted that without a single, widely accepted opposition candidate, the outcome of the 2027 race is already decided.
“If Dr. Fred Matiang’i will not be the sole opposition presidential candidate, prepare for Ruto’s second term,” he wrote.
“And it’s not even open for debate.”
In response to renewed public pressure, Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua addressed his supporters, assuring them that the United Opposition Front remains intact and committed to settling on one presidential flagbearer.
In response to renewed public pressure, Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua addressed his supporters, assuring them that the United Opposition Front remains intact and committed to settling on one presidential flagbearer.
According to him, the coalition’s strength lies in its unity—something he believes is the only realistic way of defeating President Ruto in 2027.
Gachagua, who has been increasingly active in national politics after his return to the opposition, made a bold declaration that he is ready to lead if chosen.
“How I wish they choose me,” he told a crowd. “I will ensure Kasongo—President Ruto—is a one-term president and goes home early in the morning on election day.”
He added that whether the chosen candidate ends up being Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua, Dr. Fred Matiang’i, or Eugene Wamalwa, the rest of the coalition will fully support them.
“If it’s Kalonzo, Karua, Matiang’i, or Wamalwa, we shall all rally behind him or her to make sure Ruto goes home.”
Concerns had recently emerged within the opposition camp after DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala publicly questioned the appointment of former UNCTAD Secretary-General Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi as the coalition’s spokesperson. Malala reportedly preferred seeing more young leaders elevated to top roles.
Gachagua downplayed the tensions, explaining that the Secretariat settled on Kituyi because of his extensive experience in diplomacy, economic policy, and international engagement—qualities they believe are crucial in shaping the coalition’s national agenda.
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i has also been vocal about the need for the coalition to put national interest ahead of individual ambitions.
Gachagua, who has been increasingly active in national politics after his return to the opposition, made a bold declaration that he is ready to lead if chosen.
“How I wish they choose me,” he told a crowd. “I will ensure Kasongo—President Ruto—is a one-term president and goes home early in the morning on election day.”
He added that whether the chosen candidate ends up being Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua, Dr. Fred Matiang’i, or Eugene Wamalwa, the rest of the coalition will fully support them.
“If it’s Kalonzo, Karua, Matiang’i, or Wamalwa, we shall all rally behind him or her to make sure Ruto goes home.”
Concerns had recently emerged within the opposition camp after DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala publicly questioned the appointment of former UNCTAD Secretary-General Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi as the coalition’s spokesperson. Malala reportedly preferred seeing more young leaders elevated to top roles.
Gachagua downplayed the tensions, explaining that the Secretariat settled on Kituyi because of his extensive experience in diplomacy, economic policy, and international engagement—qualities they believe are crucial in shaping the coalition’s national agenda.
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i has also been vocal about the need for the coalition to put national interest ahead of individual ambitions.
Speaking during a delegates’ meeting, he emphasized that only unity can stop President Ruto from clinching a second term.
“We have agreed we must put ambition and everything else behind the interest of this country,” Matiang’i said.
“We have agreed we must put ambition and everything else behind the interest of this country,” Matiang’i said.
“When we sit together and the united opposition decides that you—Kalonzo—will be the candidate, I will support you, and we will support you.”
Matiang’i’s remarks mirrored concerns raised earlier in several political reports, including those from our newsroom, which noted that while each opposition figure enjoys regional popularity, none can individually match Ruto’s national machinery.
His call appears designed to minimize rivalry and prevent the repetition of past election cycles where a divided opposition lost ground.
With less than two years before the next General Election, the pressure on the opposition to finalize a united strategy continues to grow.
With less than two years before the next General Election, the pressure on the opposition to finalize a united strategy continues to grow.
Wahome Thuku’s blunt message has ignited fresh conversation across political circles, pushing leaders to confront the reality that a fragmented opposition stands little chance against a well-organized incumbent team.
0 Comments