Speaking in Murang’a, Ichung’wah cautioned against fighting Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, arguing that political differences within the Mt Kenya region could weaken the community’s chances of producing future presidential leaders.
“I'm urging people from my community not to fight Ndindi Nyoro,” Ichung’wah said.
According to Ichung’wah, supporting Ruto’s presidency could create a political environment in which leaders from the region, including himself and Nyoro, would have an opportunity to pursue the presidency in the future.
He contrasted this approach with supporting Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, arguing that such a move could leave Mt Kenya waiting for another decade before one of its own leaders gets an opportunity to seek the presidency.
Ichung’wah also challenged the community to consider the possible political consequences of Mt Kenya East working together with other communities in support of Ruto and his Deputy President, Kithure Kindiki.
His remarks come amid growing political realignments ahead of the 2027 General Election, with leaders from different regions positioning themselves and building alliances.
The Kikuyu MP invoked the famous political expectation associated with the 2013 transition between former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Ruto, when supporters popularised the phrase, “Ya Uhuru kumi na ya Ruto kumi.”
Ichung’wah’s message appeared to focus on maintaining unity within the region while keeping its political options open beyond the 2027 election.
The remarks are also likely to fuel debate within Mt Kenya over whether the region should continue supporting Ruto or begin positioning itself behind alternative presidential contenders.
For Ichung’wah, however, the immediate priority is avoiding internal political battles and ensuring that the region does not divide itself at a time when alliances could determine its influence in the next election and beyond.
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