Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has hinted at a potential 2032 Presidential bid, while rallying support for President William Ruto's second term and urging the Mt Kenya region to strategize for future leadership.

• The Deputy President suggested the Meru community should back a second term for President Ruto as a strategic political move for future presidential aspirations.
• Deputy President Kithure Kindiki made these remarks during an inspection tour of development projects in Buuri Constituency, Meru County on March 17, 2026.
• Kindiki also strongly criticized the opposition, vowing an aggressive counter-campaign and highlighting significant development projects in Meru County, including roads, housing, and markets, collectively valued at billions of shillings.