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A showdown among Kiambu politicians and early moves for the 2027 general election were on full display during President William Ruto’s visit to a church fundraising event in Gatundu North.
The political clash saw Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi face off against a faction led by Gatundu North MP Njoroge Kururia and Thika Town MP Alice Ng’ang’a.
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Ng’ang’a publicly declared her intention to challenge Wamatangi for the governorship in 2027, prompting jeers from parts of the congregation.
“Soon, I will be the boss here in Kiambu County, Mr. President. Here they call me Mama Simba,” Ng’ang’a said.
Kururia added fuel to the rivalry by labeling Ng’ang’a as the “incoming governor” and Wamatangi as the “outgoing governor.”
Wamatangi, however, remained confident about retaining his seat, dismissing his challengers as having no substantial development record and relying on rhetoric.
“This work we shall continue with, Your Excellency. In 2027, politics will sort itself out. I am the sitting Governor of Kiambu County, and I am the Governor-to-be. Kururia, do not doubt it,” Wamatangi said.
President Ruto intervened to calm the tensions, warning the leaders against early politicking and infighting.
“I see politics heating up here, but let me clarify: the January election is not for the governor; it is for the UDA party. So calm down for now — the governor’s election will come later,” Ruto said.
