Opposition Mounts Against PCS Mudavadi's Call for a Referendum - December 2025

A call for a referendum by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has ignited a debate and drawn immediate opposition from political figures. Pushback is emerging against the proposal for a constitutional amendment ahead of the 2027 elections. MP Caroli Omondi has publicly rejected Mudavadi's proposal. The chair of the CIOC has also raised concerns regarding the ongoing referendum discussions. Amending Kenya's Constitution via a referendum is noted as a protracted and expensive legislative endeavor that typically takes over one year to complete.