NAIROBI, Kenya – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki isn’t losing sleep over the opposition’s weekend show of unity. In fact, he’s laughing — and promising a reality check when campaign season hits.
On Sunday, Kindiki brushed off the growing alliance against President William Ruto’s administration, saying it’s not yet time to throw political punches.
His remarks followed a high-profile opposition gathering at the Nyeri home of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua — a meeting that brought together heavyweights like Wiper Party’s Kalonzo Musyoka, NARC-Kenya leader Martha Karua, former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i, and DAP-K boss Eugene Wamalwa.
Also in attendance were former MPs, ex-Cabinet Secretaries Justin Muturi and Mithika Linturi, and vocal politician Kabando wa Kabando — all signaling the early formation of a “third force” ahead of the 2027 general elections.
But Kindiki? He’s not impressed.
Kindiki’s Message: “Let’s Work First, Then Compare Scorecards”
Speaking at an economic empowerment forum in Gatundu North, Kiambu County, the Deputy President made it clear — Kenya Kwanza is focused on delivery, not distractions.
“We have no time to waste,” he told the crowd.
“I’ve seen some people saying we don’t know how to campaign. But my friends, the Bible says there’s a time and a season for everything. Right now, it’s time to work.”
Kindiki argued that Kenyans will not be swayed by rhetoric but by results — and come 2027, performance scorecards will do the talking.
“When that time comes, we will face off with those men. They won’t believe it. Everyone will bring their record,” he added, in a jab that sparked laughter and applause.
The Opposition’s Counter: “We’ll Clean House”
Meanwhile, at Gachagua’s Wamunyoro residence in Nyeri, opposition leaders were striking a very different tone.
Unity was the keyword. Reform was the promise. Former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i didn’t hold back.
“You give us this mandate, you’ll see how work is done. We need to clean up our country, restore faith in government, and rebuild public trust,” he declared.
Kalonzo, Karua, and Wamalwa echoed the same sentiment — that only a united front can rescue the country from the challenges it currently faces.
According to political insiders, the alliance is part of Gachagua’s broader effort to reassert himself as a central political player after his public fallout with President Ruto.
He’s now working to stitch together a mega coalition that brings together disgruntled Ruto allies, Raila Odinga critics, and independents with one thing in common — they want a seat at the table in 2027.
