Former President Uhuru Kenyatta visited State House recently, setting off a wave of political speculation. While the official explanation cited his role in regional peace efforts, many saw the visit as politically symbolic.
ODM Chairman John Mbadi dismissed the meeting’s significance. Meanwhile, the opposition remains divided. The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) downplayed the event. Its deputy leader, Cleophas Malala, called it “mere optics” and claimed it wouldn’t help President William Ruto secure re-election. “Uhuru has every right to walk into State House, but this changes nothing,” said Malala.
Political analyst Prof Gitile Naituli took a different stance. He argued that Ruto and Kenyatta never truly fell out. “This is Jubilee Phase Two,” he said, suggesting the two have always worked behind the scenes.
Within ODM, some leaders are cautious. Millie Odhiambo, Suba North MP, said the party currently supports the government for national stability. However, she warned that this support may not extend to 2027. She even floated the idea of Raila Odinga receiving support from Ruto in the next election, calling it “negotiable.”
Odinga, in a separate interview, denied claims he benefited from his handshake with Uhuru. He insisted he gained no appointments or personal rewards. “I got nothing,” he said, stressing the handshake focused solely on reforms.
Meanwhile, lawyer Wahome Thuku questioned the timing of the visit. He hinted at possible political realignments, stirring more speculation online.
Clearly, Uhuru’s visit has revived talk of shifting alliances as 2027 approaches.
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