Uriri Member of Parliament Mark Nyamita has dismissed claims that President William Ruto will be a one-term leader, insisting there is currently no credible opposition strong enough to unseat him in the 2027 General Election.
Speaking during a panel discussion on Citizen TV’s DayBreak show, Nyamita argued that despite political realignments and emerging coalitions, the opposition lacks the structure, influence, and public trust required to mount a successful challenge against the Kenya Kwanza administration.
Nyamita singled out former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, labeling him a tribalist with limited national appeal. He also dismissed Narc-Kenya leader Martha Karua, saying she no longer wields significant political influence on the national stage. According to the MP, their alliance, along with other opposition figures, does not pose a threat to President Ruto’s re-election bid.
“The people saying Ruto will serve only one term are simply misguided. There is no political movement right now that can seriously challenge the President,” Nyamita stated. “Some of the people forming alliances today have no real agenda or followership outside their ethnic bases.”
Nyamita’s remarks come at a time when Kenya’s political scene is showing signs of early campaigning, with politicians across the divide forming new coalitions ahead of 2027. Gachagua has recently been positioning himself as a central figure in Mt. Kenya politics, while Karua and other Azimio leaders continue to criticize the Kenya Kwanza government on issues ranging from governance to the high cost of living.
However, Nyamita maintained that the Ruto administration has made strides in economic reforms, infrastructure development, and the bottom-up economic agenda — efforts he believes will resonate with voters.
“Unless the opposition presents a united front with a clear, progressive vision for the country, 2027 will be a smooth ride for President Ruto,” he concluded.
His comments are likely to stir debate, particularly among opposition ranks, as the country gradually shifts its focus toward the next general election cycle.
