National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has called on former Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa to reconsider his association with the United Opposition and work with President William Ruto’s administration. Wetang’ula made the appeal at the funeral of Ford Kenya supporter Edward Musombi Munabi in Kapretwa Village, Saboti Constituency. He described Wamalwa as his younger brother and expressed concern that he was in the “wrong political camp.”
Wamalwa, the leader of the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K), is part of the United Opposition, which also includes Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, former Attorney-General Justin Muturi, and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. Wetang’ula believes that Wamalwa risks being let down by some of his current political allies. He praised Wamalwa for being sober, respectful, and measured in his speeches and utterances, qualities that differentiate him from some of his political allies.
Wetang’ula promised to stand by Wamalwa, offering his support and describing him as a dependable and loyal individual. He urged Wamalwa to join the Kenya Kwanza administration, saying, “The political formation my younger brother Eugene currently supports and the people he works with will betray him.” Wetang’ula’s appeal comes as political parties and leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
At the funeral, Wetang’ula also emphasized the importance of unity among leaders from Western Kenya. He encouraged leaders to put aside their political differences and work together for the development of the region. Wetang’ula noted that leaders from the region could belong to different political parties while still collaborating to improve the lives of residents.
Wetang’ula also urged county governments to maintain a working relationship with the national Government, stressing that cooperation between the two levels of government is necessary to deliver services to residents. He cautioned against allowing political disagreements among leaders to affect residents, saying, “Residents go to the farms, pay taxes and need services. They should not suffer because of political differences among a few leaders.”
The funeral was attended by several leaders, including Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang, Kenya’s Permanent Representative to UN-Habitat Susan Nakhumicha, and former Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa. Wetang’ula paid tribute to the deceased, describing him as a loyal member of his team and a long-time political associate who had played a significant role in mobilizing support for Ford Kenya at the grassroots.
The Speaker described Munabi as a committed Ford Kenya supporter whose loyalty to the party remained unquestionable. Munabi’s contribution extended beyond politics to his family and community. The event was a significant gathering of leaders from the region, and Wetang’ula’s message to Wamalwa and others is expected to have a considerable impact on the region’s politics.
Key points
- National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has urged former Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa to abandon the opposition and work with President William Ruto’s administration.
- Wetang’ula believes Wamalwa is in the “wrong political camp” and risks being let down by some of his current political allies.
- The appeal comes as political parties and leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
