As the 2027 General Election approaches, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has been notably absent from discussions surrounding President William Ruto's running mate, sparking questions about his political standing and future ambitions.

• Various political factions are pushing different candidates for the deputy presidential slot, including Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho, and Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya.
• Mudavadi has concentrated on his government duties and accompanying President Ruto on foreign trips, making few local political engagements.
• Despite historical dominance in Western Kenya politics, speculation arises about whether Mudavadi still harbors presidential ambitions beyond 2027, with younger leaders like ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna emerging as potential rivals.