Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has announced the appointment of seven officials to lead the People's Party of Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election. The appointments, made on September 22, 2026, cover key positions in the party as it begins to put its internal structures in place. Nyoro stated that the officials had met earlier in the day to discuss issues affecting the country. The party's announcement comes as political formations prepare for the 2027 General Election.
The first group of designated officials includes Riziki Makokha as Deputy Party Leader for Busia County, Samora K’alosi as Chairperson for Homa Bay County, and Mwanamisi Swaleh as Vice Chairperson for Kwale County. Benny Hinn Walubengo has been designated Secretary General for Nairobi County, while John Kihiu takes up the position of Deputy Secretary General in charge of Administration Affairs for Kiambu County. Mahad Abdi has been named Treasurer for Mandera County, and Dr. Jane Sibia becomes the Organising Secretary for Kisii County.
Notably, Benny Hinn Walubengo, the designated Secretary General, is 24 years old. Nyoro highlighted Walubengo's intelligence and articulateness, stating, "The Secretary General of the Party is 24-year-old, Hinn Walubengo. Intelligent, articulate." The Kiharu MP also emphasized the party's intention to work alongside other opposition formations to present policy alternatives on matters affecting the country.
The newly designated officials have already held discussions on various national issues as the People's Party continues to set up its organisational structures. Nyoro stated that the party will work solidly with all parties within the opposition to offer credible policy alternatives for the revival of the economy. The party's announcement comes as opposition parties explore different platforms and possible alliances ahead of the polls.
The latest appointments come slightly more than a month after Nyoro announced his departure from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and his entry into the People's Party of Kenya. On August 17, 2026, Nyoro announced that he was joining the opposition together with his supporters and members of the new party. He called on Kenyans to consider the People's Party as the country moves towards the 2027 General Election.
Nyoro stated that the party's leaders could work together with others to help move the country forward. He expressed the party's broader outlook, saying, "We are African and Africa is our Business." The People's Party is positioning itself as a key player in the opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The appointments reflect the party's efforts to establish a strong leadership team ahead of the 2027 General Election. With a focus on collaboration and policy alternatives, the People's Party aims to make a significant impact in the upcoming polls. Key officials have been designated to lead the party in various counties, marking a significant step in the party's development.
Key points
- The People's Party has announced its first set of designated officials, including Benny Hinn Walubengo as Secretary General for Nairobi County.
- The party aims to work alongside other opposition formations to present policy alternatives on matters affecting the country.
- Ndindi Nyoro announced his departure from the UDA and joined the People's Party of Kenya on August 17, 2026.
