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Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei has acknowledged the significance of the Linda Mwananchi rally held in Nairobi, however, questioned whether the large crowds would translate into votes.

Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei has acknowledged the significance of the Linda Mwananchi rally held in Nairobi on Sunday, September 13.

Speaking on Monday, September 14, Sigei, however, questioned whether the large crowds witnessed at the event would translate into votes in the 2027 General Election.

"The Linda Mwananchi rally in Nairobi was significant, especially in Nairobi, but the numbers are yet to crystalize during elections," he said.

Sigei also challenged the organisers of the rally to explain their agenda for Kenyans beyond political slogans, arguing that President William Ruto has also demonstrated an ability to attract large crowds at political events.

"Apart from slogans, what is their plan for Kenyans? Even Ruto pulls such crowds in attendance," he added.

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File image of Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei

Sigei's remarks came as opposition figures continued to celebrate the turnout at the Linda Mwananchi rally, which brought together several leaders and supporters.

Funyula MP Wilberforce Oundo, meanwhile, said the rally demonstrated the growing political influence of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna.

He claimed that Sifuna had inherited the political following previously associated with the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

Oundo said the choice of Jacaranda Grounds for the rally was deliberate and intended to demonstrate the opposition's strength in Nairobi.

"Sifuna has inherited the spirit and numbers of Raila Odinga. We chose Jacaranda Grounds to claim Nairobi. ODM is dead, and Linda Mwananchi will rule henceforth. The reception by Kenyans gives us hope of removing Ruto next year," he stated.

Elsewhere, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has urged Kenyans to avoid attending political meetings of leaders they do not support.

Speaking on Sunday, September 13, Omollo said Kenyans should exercise restraint and avoid confrontations at political gatherings, warning against the use of violence in political activities.

"As we head towards the election campaign season, if you do not support a particular politician, simply stay away from their meeting," he said.

Omollo said political differences should not result in loss of life, urging Kenyans to reject violence as a means of advancing political interests.

"No Kenyan should lose their life because of politics and we must reject any actor using violence to transact their politics," he added.