NAIROBI — Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi declared on Monday that President William Ruto’s path to victory in the 2027 general elections is virtually assured. Speaking at the funeral of respected corporate leader Mzee Aggrey Luseno in Western Kenya, Mudavadi cited Ruto’s growing political influence and broad alliances as key factors.
“I have been in politics a long time, and I want to tell you it will be very difficult to beat William Ruto in 2027,” Mudavadi said.
The Prime CS pointed to the alliance between Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza coalition and opposition leader Raila Odinga’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) as a significant development. He argued that the partnership reflects political maturity and brings stability.
“Raila Odinga is a person whose faculties are intact. As ODM leader, he made a deliberate choice to work with Kenya Kwanza. This shows leadership maturity,” Mudavadi said. “We must stop seeing politics in black and white.”
Mudavadi noted that the country is making progress on pressing issues such as rising debt, inflation, and corruption through this collaboration.
He recounted how he and President Ruto even campaigned for Raila’s bid for the African Union Commission Chairmanship, underscoring the unity among Kenya’s leaders.
Reflecting on his political record, Mudavadi reminded the crowd of his previous foresight during the 2017 NASA coalition and the 2022 “Earthquake” realignment. He urged Western Kenya residents to prepare for his next political move ahead of 2027.
“In 2022, many doubted me, but those who went the other way are now joining us. We must stay ahead of the curve,” he said.
Mudavadi also called on the Western region to speak with a single voice as Kenya approaches the next electoral cycle.
“State House has always been open to all Kenyans. President Ruto means well for every citizen and every region. We should embrace him even more,” he added.
On the other hand, Mudavadi was critical of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who has recently been vocal in opposition politics. Mudavadi questioned Gachagua’s moral authority to challenge an administration he once served.
“The truth is, when someone is impeached, he has no business misleading Kenyans,” Mudavadi said. “We need to understand the nation and the interests of the people come before any individual.”
As political tensions simmer ahead of the 2027 polls, Mudavadi’s remarks highlight the growing confidence within the ruling coalition and a call for unity amid Kenya’s complex political landscape.
