Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has expressed willingness to pursue the presidency in the 2027 General Election, provided the decision is supported collectively by his followers and the wider public.

In an interview on Citizen TV's The Explainer show on July 28, 2026, Sifuna revealed that young Kenyans have increasingly encouraged him to consider higher leadership roles. He cited a recent meeting in Taita Taveta where supporters urged him to aim for the presidency following his removal from key positions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the Senate.

"During the meeting, young people reminded me that many of my roles were given by Raila Odinga or the public, and they believe there is a greater role suited for me," Sifuna said. "If the decision is made, we have much work ahead to mount a viable campaign. I am not one to shy away from responsibility. If the people feel this is the right path, we will not say no."

When asked directly about his presidential ambitions, Sifuna emphasized that the choice is collective, involving his Linda Mwananchi movement and the public.

  • He highlighted the importance of collective decision-making within Linda Mwananchi, a youth-driven political movement.
  • He cautioned against making the movement about him personally, stressing its broader goals beyond any individual.
  • The movement is preparing to field candidates across various elective positions in 2027 and is focusing on building organizational structures to support them.

Sifuna also addressed his strained relationship with ODM leadership after the passing of Raila Odinga. He noted that he and other like-minded members have been sidelined, citing recent committee reshuffles and removal from party communication channels.

"Those in ODM leadership appear to have moved on without us," he said, referencing motions to reassign him within Senate committees and his removal from the ODM WhatsApp group.

He concluded by emphasizing Linda Mwananchi's commitment to nationwide campaigning to garner sufficient support should they decide to enter the presidential race.