Embakasi North MP James Gakuya has raised concerns over the political future of President William Ruto, warning that time is running out for the head of state to redeem himself before the 2027 General Election.
Speaking on Tuesday, April 22, Gakuya questioned the sustainability of Ruto’s current political alliances, particularly his ties with former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
The MP noted that Ruto is facing increasing internal contradictions within Raila's ODM, and it may cost him in the upcoming elections.
"President Ruto can still redeem himself, but time is running out. In ODM, one faction supports him while the other opposes him. It's uncertain whether Raila will stand with him until 2027," he said.
Gakuya emphasized that Ruto must make a critical choice between political maneuvering and governance, warning against attempting to juggle both.
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"President Ruto should choose either to set politics aside and focus on fulfilling the promises he made to Kenyans, or risk losing everything by trying to chase both,” he added.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is among ODM leaders who are against Ruto's re-election in 2027, arguing that he is destined to lose even with support from ODM.
Speaking during an interview on Thursday, January 9, Sifuna argued that the president’s popularity, not the number of leaders backing him, would determine his electoral success.
He noted that if Ruto fails to deliver on his campaign promises, it would cost him the presidency, regardless of any political alliances.
“I can speak authoritatively that there is no agreement between ODM and UDA about 2027. If you are unpopular, it does not matter how many leaders you bring around you. We will lose the election with Ruto even if we supported him as ODM.
“I am very clear in my mind because the people are clear in their minds on what a government is supposed to do. As long as you are not addressing those things, it doesn’t matter. Azimio lost an election with 26 parties. If you don’t deliver on your promises, it doesn’t matter who supports you. You will still lose the election,” he said.
