National Assembly Majority leader Kimani Ichung'wah speaking during a church service in Gatundu North on December 14, 2025./PCS
Leader of Majority in National Assembly Kimani Ichung’wah and President William Ruto at the Africa Inland Pentecostal Church Assembly (AIPCA), Gatundu North Diocese/PCSLeader of Majority in the National Assembly, Kimani Ichung’wah, has expressed confidence that Kiambu County will overwhelmingly support President William Ruto’s re-election bid in the 2027 General Election.
Speaking on Sunday during a church service at the Africa Inland Pentecostal Church Assembly (AIPCA), Gatundu North Diocese, Ichung’wah highlighted Kiambu’s crucial role in delivering votes for the President in the 2022 elections.
“Your excellency, I want to assure you that even in 2027, Kiambu County will give you more votes than any other region in the country,” Ichung’wah declared.
President Ruto and Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi were present during the service, which saw a strong turnout of local residents and political supporters.
The assurance comes amid growing speculation by political
analysts that Ruto may face challenges securing the same level of support from
the broader Mt. Kenya region, which has historically been considered a key
political stronghold.
Critics argue that several promises made to communities in the region, particularly around economic empowerment, youth employment, and infrastructure development, have not been fully realised.
They contend that while Ruto’s administration has focused heavily on national initiatives, the direct benefits to Mt. Kenya residents have been limited, potentially eroding voter enthusiasm in some areas.
Despite these concerns, Ichung’wah maintained that Kiambu County remains firmly behind the President, pointing to tangible development projects underway in the county as evidence of Ruto’s commitment to improving livelihoods.
“In Kiambu County, we are not living in a promise but in the reality of transforming from a Third World to a First World country,” he said, referencing major infrastructure projects currently under construction.
He specifically mentioned the dualing of the Western and Northern by-passes, as well as the ongoing work along the Muthaiga to Kiambu road section.
Ichung’wah further highlighted personal experience with the Thika Super Highway. “Four weeks ago, I left Parliament for an engagement at Kenyatta University, and it took me one hour and 15 minutes, way more than it should take” he noted. “I am glad to report that during Jamhuri Day celebrations, you [President Ruto] promised a new expressway from Museum Hill all the way to Thika.”
The new expressway, which Ruto unveiled during the national day celebrations, is expected to ease traffic congestion along the heavily used Thika Road, a key corridor linking Nairobi’s Central Business District to Thika town.
Covering approximately 45 kilometres, the project aims to significantly reduce travel time for thousands of daily commuters, while supporting economic activities along the route.
In his address to faithful, Ruto announced that the Cabinet is set to approve the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) on Monday.
The President described the move as a decisive step in Kenya’s push to transition from a developing economy to a First World country.
