IT’S A TRAP, KALONZO: Inside Ruto’s Wild Ukambani Plot With Sonko and Muthama to Swallow Wiper

According to reports by Tuko.co.ke and People Daily Digital, recent political consultations involving National Economic Development Party (NEDP) leader Mike Sonko, former Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama, and Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua have sparked widespread debate over the political direction of the Ukambani region ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Following separate meetings with Muthama and Mutua both close allies of President William Ruto—Sonko stated that he was exploring alternative political options for Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka, including a potential working arrangement with the ruling administration.

Sonko dismissed critics accusing him of acting as a government intermediary, arguing that his engagements were guided by the need to secure tangible national leadership inclusion and development benefits for the Kamba community.

Reports from The Eastleigh Voice and People Daily Digital indicate that Muthama has framed these engagements including a recent joint appearance with Sonko and nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda in Tala Town, Machakos County as part of a broader push for Kamba political unity.

Muthama warned that if influential figures such as Kalonzo, Sonko, and Mutua pursue divergent political paths ahead of 2027, the community risks diluting its collective bargaining power.

Having previously held consultations with Kalonzo Musyoka as well, Muthama maintained that his immediate priority is fostering dialogue among regional leaders rather than seeking elective office.

Meanwhile, political observers and opposition supporters remain divided over the implications of the Sonko-Muthama outreach for Kalonzo Musyoka’s presidential ambitions.

Critics within the opposition view overtures toward Kenya Kwanza as an attempt to weaken unified anti-government momentum in Ukambani and draw Kalonzo away from broader opposition coalition talks.

Conversely, proponents of regional consolidation contend that engaging across the political divide ensures Ukambani is not marginalized regardless of the 2027 electoral outcome.

As Kalonzo Musyoka continues his nationwide consultations to solidify support for his 2027 presidential bid, the parallel mobilization by Sonko, Muthama, and Mutua underscores the high stakes surrounding Ukambani’s voting bloc.

Whether Kalonzo rejects accommodation with the ruling coalition in favor of a united opposition ticket, or considers broader realignment proposals, will significantly influence both regional cohesion and national coalition arithmetic ahead of the next polls.

Source: https://peopledaily.digital/inside-politics/johnson-muthama-pushes-kamba-unity-as-kalonzo-eyes-2027-presidential-seat

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