Politicians and Leaders Make Statements Regarding 2027 Elections - December 2025

President William Ruto challenged his political rivals to present their track records to Kenyans and warned them against using the issue of school fees to incite political unrest. In Kitui County, local leaders defended Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka following remarks from President Ruto about a lack of development in the Ukambani region. Separately, Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir urged his ODM party to consider forming a pre-election coalition with the UDA ahead of 2027. Former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i, a 2027 presidential aspirant, pledged to foster an investor-friendly environment if elected. Meanwhile, religious leaders including Askofu James Wainaina and a Catholic bishop have called for ethical leadership and warned against premature campaigning for the 2027 polls.