Deputy President Kithure Kindiki speaking in Mukuyuni, Kaiti Constituency, Makueni County, June 5, 2025/DPCSDeputy President Kithure Kindiki has cautioned Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka to be wary of insincere friends.
Speaking in Mukuyuni, Makueni county on Thursday, Kindiki warned that some unnamed associates could eventually betray Kalonzo if he is not careful.
“These people have been undermining leaders from all walks of life, including MPs and President William Ruto,” he said.
“We have no issue and respect leaders. We don’t undermine anyone. But others see how we are measured and think we are pushovers. We are not.”
Kindiki added: “I have seen some people — not Kalonzo, who is a good person — but his friends are full of pride. They insult everyone: MPs, singers, the President. My big brother Kalonzo should be careful; these people will also insult him. I am telling you.”
He called for respect, saying no one should be arrogant enough to insult everyone as if they are God.
“When some leaders remain quiet, it’s not because they lack words but because they know it is not good leadership,” Kindiki said.
“You can’t be that arrogant. Are you God? Let’s respect one another. When you lead, unite the country, work with all leaders and respect everyone.”
Kindiki was joined by Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot, Deputy Majority Leader Owen Baya, MPs Vincent Musyoka (Mwala), Mwengi Mutuse (Kibwezi West), Mbithi Mwalyo (Masinga), Senator Tabitha Mutinda and Principal Secretary Teresia Mbaika (State Department for Aviation and Aerospace Development).
President’s aide Farouk Kibet, Makueni County Assembly members, and grassroots leaders were also present.
Earlier in Zombe, Kitui county, President Ruto’s close aide Farouk Kibet suggested that Kalonzo should be considered for a senior national government role.
He urged Kalonzo to “start thinking seriously” about his political future, hinting that influential figures might soon offer him a prominent government position.
“Kalonzo aanze kufikiria… atafutiwe nafasi kubwa katika Kenya,” Farouk said, loosely translated as: “Kalonzo should start thinking… a big role should be found for him in Kenya.”
