Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang’wa has taken aim at Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi following the merger of Amani National Congress (ANC) party with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party.
In a statement on Wednesday, January 22, Thang’wa accused Mudavadi of remaining silent when he had control of his party but became vocal after the merger.
“When you had your party, silence was your choice. Now that you've lost your party and merged, you're suddenly vocal, trying to appease your captors,” he said.
Thang’wa likened Mudavadi’s behavior to Stockholm syndrome, implying that the Prime CS is now focused on pleasing Ruto.
"This behavior resembles Stockholm syndrome—where one develops affection for their captors and seeks to please them. Your words now seem like a desperate plea for acceptance,” he added.
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On Friday, January 17, the UDA officially merged with the ANC, formerly headed by Mudavadi, in a strategic move aimed at consolidating political influence ahead of the 2027 elections.
Following the merger, Ruto will serve as the Party Leader while Deputy President Kithure Kindiki will serve as the 1st Deputy Party Leader.
With Lamu Governor Issa Timamy taking up the role of the 2nd Deputy Party Leader, Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire will serve as the National Chairperson.
Former Mombasa Senator Omar Hassan Omar takes on the role of Secretary General.
Kelvin Lunani serves as the Vice Chairperson, Omboko Milemba as the Deputy Secretary General, Japheth Nyakundi as the National Treasurer, and Vincent Kawaya as the National Organizing Secretary.
