Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has warned
the political class against forming a coalition early in the run-up to the 2027
elections.
In a statement on Sunday, Kuria cast doubt on the viability
of early political coalitions, insisting that any winning coalition is formed about
six months before the election.
He went on to say that some of the developments he has seen
have only left him wondering.
The former senior economic advisor to President William Ruto
reiterated that politics is about strategy.
“Historical fact. No winning coalition has ever been formed
more than six months before a General Election. Some things I watch and just
wonder. Is it a coalition or Lunatic Express? Hesabu ni muhimu,” Kuria said.
His comments appeared to target recent moves by political
leaders engaging in coalition talks, which have sparked speculation about
realignments ahead of 2027.
One of the outfits that is preparing for the contest is
the United Opposition that comprises Kalonzo Musyoka (Wiper), Rigathi
Gachagua (DCP), former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i, Eugene Wamalwa (DAP-K) and
Martha Karua of PLP.
They have, over time, insisted that they all want to fly the
opposition flag in the 2027 elections and have also vowed to back whoever the
system will pick as their candidate.
Speaking during an interview on KTN on October 5, Gachagua
spoke about what he described as attempts to create divisions within the
opposition.
“Some individuals are trying to influence opposition leaders
individually, so that a third force is created to divide the opposition,”
Gachagua claimed.
The former deputy president warned against the emergence of
a third force, stressing that any breakaway factions could face rejection by
the public.
“If anyone leaves the united opposition to form a third
force, Kenyans will not accept it,” he stated.
Gachagua further added, “In 2027, whoever is chosen by the
united opposition to face William Ruto will become the sixth President of
Kenya.”
The former DP has also insisted that he remains the best bet
to defeat President William Ruto.
He previously said that he has no qualms about the ongoing
negotiations to produce a single opposition candidate.
Gachagua said what matters most is that President Ruto is
challenged by a joint front, but admitted he personally relishes the idea of
confronting his former ally at the live presidential debate.
“I would only have one disappointment if I am not chosen.
Just one..I will miss the opportunity to face William Ruto in the presidential
debate,” he said.
