Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has urged the Kenyan opposition to unite, warning that their ambition to win the presidency in 2027 will fail without a cohesive front.

• The former Head of State advised the opposition to unite to unseat President William Ruto.
• Key figures involved include former President Uhuru Kenyatta and opposition leaders.
• The warning was delivered at the funeral service of Martha Karua's father in Kirinyaga county on October 3, 2026.

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has urged the opposition to unite and defeat President William Ruto in the next general election, warning that disunity will prevent them from achieving their goal.

• The former Head of State advised the opposition on their path to State House.
• Key figures involved are former President Uhuru Kenyatta and President William Ruto.
• Kenyatta's statement was made on Saturday, emphasizing that unity is crucial for the opposition's success.

Rigathi Gachagua, Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader, has refuted claims that former President Uhuru Kenyatta is sponsoring the opposition. He asserted that his party does not require external financial backing to mobilize Kenyans for the upcoming General Election.

• Gachagua stated, "I have never received a single shilling from him [Uhuru Kenyatta]."
• The key individuals involved are Rigathi Gachagua and Uhuru Kenyatta.
• Gachagua suggested Uhuru Kenyatta could serve as an elder and mediator for internal opposition disagreements.

Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), has dismissed claims that former President Uhuru Kenyatta is sponsoring the opposition.

• Gachagua stated he has "never received a single shilling" from Uhuru Kenyatta.
• The DCP leader emphasized the opposition's focus should be on building an effective political strategy and grassroots mobilization, not seeking financial sponsorship.
• Gachagua suggested Uhuru Kenyatta might serve as an elder or mediator in future political disagreements within the opposition.