Kenya Kwanza leaders have called on Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka to join their government, citing a lack of respect from younger opposition figures. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen led the appeal during a tour of Narok County, where Kenya Kwanza leaders attended a women’s empowerment event. The invitation comes after Kalonzo faced a hostile reception at the launch of the Linda Mwananchi Movement on Friday.
Murkomen stated that Kalonzo would find greater respect within the Kenya Kwanza government, implying that his reception at the Linda Mwananchi Movement launch was a foretaste of what to expect from younger opposition figures. He expressed skepticism about the support of Sifuna, a key opposition figure, for Kalonzo. This sentiment was echoed by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, who urged Kalonzo to work with President William Ruto.
Mutuse expressed concern over the disrespect shown to Kalonzo by younger opposition figures, emphasizing that Kalonzo deserved respect as an elder statesman. He encouraged Kalonzo to join forces with Kenya Kwanza and work with President Ruto. UDA Treasurer Japheth Nyakundi also urged Kalonzo to reconsider his political alliances, pointing to his decades of experience in politics.
Nyakundi highlighted Kalonzo's extensive experience in politics, noting that he had been in the field for over 40 years. He suggested that Kalonzo should not serve under a younger leader who had recently entered politics. The leaders also criticized opposition figures for failing to agree on a single presidential candidate as the 2027 General Election approaches.
The Kenya Kwanza leaders maintained that President Ruto remained on course to win a second term in the 2027 elections. Farouk Kibet, an aide to President Ruto, expressed confidence in the president's re-election, stating that the opposition had already lost. Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot challenged the opposition to name its presidential candidate.
Cheruiyot urged the opposition to stop wasting time and announce their candidate, allowing for a fair competition. He made the remarks during a rally in Narok County, where Kenya Kwanza leaders were promoting their agenda. The leaders' appeals to Kalonzo come as the 2027 succession debate gains momentum.
Kalonzo has yet to respond to the appeals from Kenya Kwanza leaders, but has insisted that nothing will stop his 2027 presidential bid. The development has sparked speculation about potential alliances and the outcome of the 2027 General Election.
Key points
- Kenya Kwanza leaders have urged Kalonzo Musyoka to join their government, citing a lack of respect from younger opposition figures.
- The leaders expressed confidence in President Ruto's re-election in the 2027 General Election.
- Kalonzo has insisted that nothing will stop his 2027 presidential bid.
