Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has set his sights back on elective office, announcing his intention to reclaim the Gatundu South parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election. During an appearance on Citizen TV’s JKLive, Kuria explained that he intends to prioritize re-establishing ties with his local political base before scaling up to a national platform.
Kuria views his return to his former constituency as the foundational step of a much larger journey. He framed the move as both a personal and political reset, stating:
“I want to have fun; I’m going to vie for the Gatundu South MP seat where it all began.”
Beyond the immediate goal of returning to Parliament, Kuria clarified that this campaign serves a broader vision aimed at the 2032 presidential race. He believes that securing a seat in the House will provide the necessary springboard for his long-term ambitions.
To bolster his national prospects, Kuria confirmed his entry into the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). He noted that the party’s expansive reach across the country makes it the ideal vehicle for his future goals, remarking:
“Right now, I have joined the UDA party because I will be running for president in 2032. For me to do that, UDA provides a better value proposition because of its national reach. Gatundu people are great, but they can’t make me president alone.”
Regarding the political trajectory of the Mt. Kenya region, Kuria predicts that residents will finalize their stance for the 2027 elections by April of next year. He offered a provocative analysis of President William Ruto’s future, suggesting that if the president loses his grip on power, he could transform into an exceptionally formidable opposition figure.
“I believe that by April next year, Mt. Kenya will make its decision. If Ruto becomes a Wantam president, he will become the leader of the opposition with a lot of influence; he will be a more lethal opposition leader than Raila. He will also come back in 2032 with Kisirani,” Kuria noted.
Turning to the question of a potential running mate within the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), Kuria evaluated several prominent figures across the political divide. He indicated that while Deputy President Kithure Kindiki remains a strong contender for retention on the ticket, the equation could still shift to accommodate other high-profile names, including those drawn from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).
Kuria noted that Kindiki still holds a realistic shot at staying on the ticket but cautioned that the political landscape remains fluid and could deliver unexpected outcomes.
At the same time, he pointed to veteran legislator Oburu Oginga as a surprising yet plausible option for the deputy presidency. He also referenced Gladys Wanga, the ODM chairperson, as part of ongoing internal considerations as the party weighs its national leadership strategy.
Reflecting on these shifting possibilities, Kuria remarked:
“Kindiki may be retained; he has a mathematical chance of being retained. Maybe, maybe not. Fasten your seat belts and grab some popcorn. Oburu has a mathematical chance to be DP. He also wants power.”
Kuria also assessed the positioning of Hassan Joho, describing him as a pragmatic operator who understands the existing political hierarchy. While he acknowledged Joho’s strategic approach, he cast doubt on his prospects of securing the running mate position.
“Hassan Joho knows his place on the food chain; he is not going to be an outlier. He is a very calculated, reasonable person; he is going to play inside the field. Joho has two chances of being a running mate, slim and none.”
Kuria also offered a sharp critique of the evolving leadership dynamics in the Mt. Kenya region, drawing a clear distinction between the political styles of former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. He argued that true authority in the region requires a level of discretion and statesmanship that he believes is currently absent.
“The difference between Gachagua and Uhuru is like day and night. Uhuru never mentioned us by name when we had problems; that was grace, unlike today, where people are mentioning names. The difference in the pedigree is showing. Uhuru never declared himself to be the kingpin; kingpinship is earned; you can’t go out there declaring yourself kingpin.”
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