Leaders Maneuver Alliances and State Intentions for 2027 Election - September 2025

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i celebrated as the Court of Appeal overturned his 2018 contempt conviction, revitalizing his intention to run for the presidency in 2027. Ahead of the election, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka declared he would not betray the Kamba community by joining President William Ruto's regime, accusing Ruto of using clergy to woo him. In a separate call regarding political ties, Saboti MP Caleb Amisi urged ODM leader Raila Odinga to end his association with President Ruto to safeguard his political legacy. Meanwhile, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula warned leaders from Western Kenya about continued disunity, stating it risks diminishing the region's political bargaining power.