Embu Senator Alexander Mundigi has refuted rumors suggesting Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is losing favor as President William Ruto’s preferred running mate in the 2027 presidential election.
Addressing political speculations fueled by online claims that Kindiki had been stripped of key cabinet responsibilities, Mundigi dismissed these as "cheap propaganda." He attributed the rumors to lobbying efforts from Western and Nyanza political factions aiming for the deputy presidency.
Ruto-Kindiki Ticket Firmly Backed
Mundigi emphasized that the Ruto-Kindiki partnership remains non-negotiable, especially among Mt Kenya East leaders who strongly support the ticket. He highlighted that President Ruto values the Mt Kenya region’s contribution to his 2022 victory and restored the deputy presidency to the area after the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
“President Ruto acknowledges the contribution of the region to his 2022 victory and cannot just take away the second in command position from the area just like that,” Mundigi said. He reiterated that the Ruto-Kindiki ticket is locked in for the 2027 polls.
Endorsement of Kindiki’s Competence
Speaking at St Peter’s Machang’a Mixed Secondary School in Mbeere South Constituency, Mundigi praised Kindiki’s tenure as Deputy President, describing him as dedicated, efficient, and highly competent. This performance, he argued, solidifies Kindiki’s place on the ticket.
“We are telling those eyeing the seat to hold their horses; the current executive setup will continue in 2027 as we also plan to propel Kindiki to the presidency in 2032,” Mundigi declared.
Call for Regional Unity
In addition, Mundigi urged leaders and voters in the Mt Kenya region to remain united behind Kindiki to create a strong political front. He warned that division would weaken the region’s bargaining power ahead of the general election.
“Our unity has been our strength for decades and fragmentation into small voting blocs would essentially mean that we surrender that leverage,” he noted.
