Western Kenya Leaders Demand Deputy President Slot in Ruto’s 2027 Re-election Plan

The leaders argued that the Western region, owing to its large voting bloc and growing political support for the Kenya Kwanza administration, deserves greater representation. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Leaders from Western Kenya are demanding the Deputy President slot for the region in President William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid, citing their significant voting bloc.

Key attendees included National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya, alongside over 28 MPs and several governors.
The leaders argue that Western Kenya, despite consistent support for national governments, has been historically sidelined in top leadership positions.
The caucus emphasized unity within the region to strengthen their bargaining power for the 2027 polls and beyond, while reaffirming support for President Ruto's re-election.