Speaking during an interview on Inooro FM on Tuesday morning, Sifuna assured opposition supporters that leaders opposed to President William Ruto would eventually unite behind a single presidential candidate to challenge him in the next election.
The outspoken ODM secretary general said the opposition would use public opinion and consultations to identify the strongest candidate capable of defeating Ruto at the ballot.
According to Sifuna, the increasing attacks directed at Uhuru by government allies show that the Kenya Kwanza administration is worried about the former president’s continued political influence, especially in the vote-rich Mt Kenya region.
He argued that a government with full access to state security agencies should not rely on propaganda or political accusations against retired leaders.
Sifuna claimed the administration fears losing support in Mt Kenya because the region could play a decisive role in determining the outcome of the 2027 presidential contest.
The Nairobi senator urged Mt Kenya voters to remain united and listen carefully to Uhuru’s political guidance before making decisions in the next election cycle.
The Nairobi senator urged Mt Kenya voters to remain united and listen carefully to Uhuru’s political guidance before making decisions in the next election cycle.
He noted that cooperation between different opposition factions would be necessary if they hope to unseat Ruto after one term in office.
Sifuna’s remarks come amid growing speculation over possible alliances between opposition leaders, including former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua, Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua, and sections of ODM leaders dissatisfied with the government’s broad-based arrangement.
During the interview, Sifuna also criticized Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei over his proposal seeking to strip former presidents of retirement benefits if they remain active in politics.
The ODM lawmaker dismissed the proposal as political publicity aimed at intimidating Uhuru and weakening opposition efforts ahead of 2027.
Sifuna’s remarks come amid growing speculation over possible alliances between opposition leaders, including former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua, Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua, and sections of ODM leaders dissatisfied with the government’s broad-based arrangement.
During the interview, Sifuna also criticized Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei over his proposal seeking to strip former presidents of retirement benefits if they remain active in politics.
The ODM lawmaker dismissed the proposal as political publicity aimed at intimidating Uhuru and weakening opposition efforts ahead of 2027.
He argued that retirement benefits for former presidents are protected by the Constitution and cannot simply be removed through a Senate motion.
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