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A group of political leaders from Mt. Kenya East has reaffirmed their support for the re-election of the Kenya Kwanza government, highlighting the administration’s achievements since the 2022 General Election.
They praised President William Ruto’s development record, citing progress in infrastructure upgrades, the revival of stalled road projects, expanded electricity access, water initiatives, housing programs, and early signs of economic recovery.
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The leaders rejected any suggestion that the Deputy President’s position could be a bargaining point in coalition negotiations, insisting that the seat is neither vacant nor negotiable.
Speaking at a burial ceremony in Chuka/Igambang’ombe, Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki stated that President Ruto, with support from Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, has strengthened the government’s re-election prospects.
“The Deputy President’s seat should be completely off the negotiation table. There is no reason to replace him; the current holder is capable and should continue serving,” said Njuki.
He further alleged that ODM has shown interest in the DP position, adding that while the ruling coalition could “donate” Kindiki to ODM symbolically, he would remain Deputy President.
At a community empowerment event in Katheri East, Imenti Central, leaders including Mwangi Kiunjuri, John Paul Mwirigi, Kirima Ngushine, John Mutunga, and Dorothy Muthoni echoed the same stance.
They warned that any attempt to replace Kindiki could force them to reconsider their support for the government and cautioned against premature political moves that could destabilize the region and heighten tensions.
Kiunjuri highlighted the risks of internal divisions, noting that fragmentation along tribal lines would weaken Mt. Kenya’s political influence.
The group also criticized opposition figures, including former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, for misleading residents and attempting to create a rift between the region and the government.
Mutunga emphasized that the administration’s bottom-up economic model is yielding tangible benefits through grassroots empowerment and deserves full support.
Dorothy Muthoni urged Mt. Kenya leaders to present a unified front, describing Kindiki as a unifying figure focused on development.
Igembe South’s John Paul Mwirigi stated they are ready to defend the Kenya Kwanza government’s presence in the region, pointing to ongoing projects.
Ngushine compared the Deputy President’s seat to a married woman whose dowry has already been paid—implying it cannot be claimed by anyone else.
