Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi has cautioned the
opposition to remain vigilant against what he termed as deliberate efforts to
fragment their unity ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Speaking on Tuesday, April 29, Mwangangi claimed that
detractors of the opposition are likely to sponsor multiple presidential
candidates to weaken the opposition’s collective strength.
“The pressure from Kenyans will ensure the opposition stays
united,” he said.
The Deputy Governor warned opposition leaders against
abandoning the unity pact, saying such moves would be met with public backlash.
“Any opposition leader who chooses to run away from unity
will face the wrath of Kenyans,” he said.
According to Mwangangi, there is little room for political
egos in the fight to unseat President Ruto, and all opposition figures must put
national interest ahead of personal ambition.
“They(opposition) will have no choice other than to remain
united,” he concluded.
Mwangangi’s remarks come amid ongoing efforts by top
opposition leaders, including Fred Matiang’i, Rigathi Gachagua, Kalonzo
Musyoka, Martha Karua and Eugene Wamalwa, to form a formidable alliance ahead
of the 2027 polls.
The leaders held a strategy meeting on April 29 in Nairobi
to scheme about their unity as they plan to unseat President Ruto in 2027.
This was Matiang'i's first-ever public meeting with
Gachagua's camp, ending speculations about his political allegiance ahead of
2027.
The high-stakes meeting in Nairobi is part of a series of
high-profile engagements organised by the opposition as part of early efforts
to build a national movement ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Other leaders who attended include Wiper leader Kalonzo
Musyoka, Martha Karua (PLP), Eugene Wamalwa (DAP-K), Mukhisa Kituyi, Former CSs
Mithika Linturi and Justin Muturi.
Following his quiet return to the country from the United
States, it was unclear whether Matiang'i would have been present.
Over the past week, he has held closed-door meetings with key
regional and national leaders, with insiders suggesting he prefers private
engagements over public appearances.
Gachagua, who maintains that a united opposition front will
secure victory over President William Ruto in 2027, recently disclosed details
of the planned meeting.
