Kisii Governor Simba Arati has publicly endorsed former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i’s anticipated presidential bid for 2027, during a fundraiser at Nyamache SDA Church. Arati affirmed his continued support for Matiang’i, citing alleged oppression by the current administration, but clarified his collaboration with the national government is solely for development in Kisii County.

• Governor Arati stated his allegiance remains with Matiang’i due to "community interests," despite engaging with President William Ruto's administration for development.
• He criticized local leaders aligned with Matiang’i for underperforming and confining the former CS to the community, urging them to allow him to mobilize national support.
• Arati highlighted the Kisii community's electoral power, with over 1 million votes, emphasizing the need for voter registration.