A power struggle is emerging in Meru as politicians who united to impeach former governor Kawira Mwangaza now prepare to rival each other for the 2027 gubernatorial seat.

• The race for Meru governor in 2027 is intensifying with the entry of former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi.
• Key contenders include Mithika Linturi (Democracy for Citizens Party), Peter Munya (Party of National Unity), current Governor Isaac Mutuma, and Kawira Mwangaza (Umoja na Maendeleo Party).
• Despite a past alliance to impeach Ms Mwangaza, alliances are shifting, with Linturi and Munya now at odds, while Munya and former governor Kiraitu Murungi are backing Governor Mutuma.