Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Kitui East MP Nimrod Mbai (second left) and President William Ruto commissioning a project in the constituency/HANDOUTKitui East MP Nimrod Mbai has unleashed one of the boldest political warnings the region, declaring the region no-go zone for any opposition leader daring enough to show up and criticise President William Ruto.
In a fiery speech delivered right in front of the President, Mbai did not mince his words.
He told off anyone planning to bring “anti-Ruto politics” to Kitui East, urging them to think twice before setting foot on his turf.
A fierce UDA loyalist, Mbai stamped his authority by asserting that Kitui East is not just supportive of the ruling party, it is UDA territory, and those pushing opposing agendas should forget about having space there.
He did not detail the consequences awaiting anyone who ignores his warning, but the force behind his words left no doubt; challenging him would be a costly miscalculation.
This is not the first time Mbai has issued such uncompromising declarations, but making this one in the presence of Ruto elevated it to a new level.
It was a statement of power, an unmistakable signal that Mbai sees himself as untouchable, fearless, and fully in control of the political mood in his backyard.
Ruto, during his tour of Ukambani has pledged that the region will not be left behind in Kenya’s development journey.
Speaking in Kasikeu, Kilome Constituency, Makueni County, during a four-day regional tour, he assured residents of inclusive progress across Makueni, Kitui, and Machakos counties.
Kitui East MP Nimrod Mbai with President William Ruto during a tour of the constituency/HANDOUTIn Kitui, Ruto visited the five constituencies of Mwingi North, Mwingi West, Kitui South, Kitui East, and Kitui Central, as part of the government’s wider plan to accelerate rural development.
In Kitui East, he launched the Chuluni–Nzombe–Mwitika road, another major project aimed at improving access to markets, schools, and health facilities in the eastern region of the county.
He also presided over the commissioning of the newly completed Ithookwe Stadium and the refurbished Kitui Airstrip in Kitui Central, both considered flagship projects that will enhance sports, tourism, and investment potential in the county.
His visit to the county is significant considering it is the home turf of opposition leader Kalonzo Musyoka.
The visit to Kitui follows Ruto’s engagements in Makueni County Wednesday, where he commissioned the Mikuyu Bridge in Kilome Constituency, launched the Emali–Ukia Road in Kibwezi West, and inspected the Wote Affordable Housing Project in Makueni Constituency.
He also made stopovers at various centers to address the residents.
In his address, he reiterated that his government will continue prioritising projects that directly improve livelihoods, particularly in areas that have lagged behind in development.
Ruto vowed to do whatever it takes to ensure the Kamba region is part of the government come the next general election.
He said it was unfortunate that for too long the region has remained in the opposition, hence lagging on development as other regions progress.
