A meeting of professionals from the Gusii region was held in Nairobi to consolidate support for President William Ruto and counter the political influence of former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i, who declared his interest in the presidency for the 2027 General Election.

• Efforts are underway by government-allied politicians and senior government officials, led by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, to neutralize potential political threats from Matiang’i in the Nyanza region.
• The meeting sought to rally the Gusii community behind President Ruto.
• Fred Matiang'i, referred to as an "Uhuru era Mr Fix it," is seen as a significant political force.