National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has urged the Luhya community to remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election.
He warned that division could cost the Western region its rightful stake in national leadership.
Speaking in Lugari, Kakamega County, during a women empowerment program hosted by area MP Nabii Nabwera, Wetang’ula stressed that political consolidation is the only way for the community to secure a stronger voice in government.
“The Luhya community must stand together. Unity of purpose has no boundaries. If we remain divided, our influence in the next government will diminish, but if we unite, we will claim our place at the national table,” Wetang’ula said.
The Speaker highlighted ongoing development projects under President William Ruto’s administration.
He cited the tarmacking of the Musikoma-Munganzi and Turbo-Naitiri-Sikhendu-Endebese roads, the upgrade of Masinde Muliro Stadium, and the revival of sugar factories as tangible gains for the region.
He further noted that the Kenya Kwanza government has recruited the highest number of teachers in the country’s history, alongside expanding electricity connectivity in rural areas.
Wetang’ula also emphasised the importance of empowering women and encouraged residents to register with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in order to participate fully in upcoming elections.
This, as he pledged to work closely with Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya to ensure Western leaders speak with one voice.
Several leaders echoed his call for unity.
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot defended the Kenya Kwanza administration’s economic agenda, saying it was designed to empower ordinary Kenyans despite inheriting a heavy public debt.
MPs Nabwera, Emmanuel Wangwe, Marian Keiytan, and Didmus Barasa also appealed to residents to avoid divisive politics, register in large numbers, and consolidate their votes for the region’s benefit.
Barasa stressed that the Luhya community would only gain recognition in the formation of the next government if it remained united.
Kanduyi MP John Makali praised the Women Empowerment initiative, saying it would uplift families across Western Kenya.
Other leaders, including Kakai Bisau, Martin Pepela, and Elsie Muhanda, pointed to stalled projects that have now been revived, SACCOs formed by women’s groups, and improved service delivery as evidence that Western was beginning to reap the benefits of supporting the current government.
Sirisia MP John Waluke urged residents to remain steadfast, noting that President Ruto had a clear agenda for the country and deserved full support.
“We must unite behind development, not division. Our future depends on it,” he said.
