In a dramatic twist to Kenya’s 2027 political race, details have emerged of a secret late-night meeting between President William Ruto and top Mount Kenya leaders – and the revelations are causing political tremors.
The closed-door meeting, reportedly held at an undisclosed residence in Karen, Nairobi, brought together influential figures from the vote-rich Mt. Kenya region, including a few disgruntled UDA MPs and former allies of Uhuru Kenyatta.
According to reliable sources who spoke on condition of anonymity, Ruto made bold promises to the leaders in a bid to quell growing rebellion in the region and secure their loyalty ahead of 2027.
“He told them plainly: I delivered in 2022, and I’ll reward those who stand by me. There will be no room for betrayal in 2027,” one source revealed.
The president is said to have pledged major development projects, high-level government appointments, and even hinted at reshuffling his inner circle to give the region more representation.
However, what shocked many was the reported warning he issued: any leader from Mt. Kenya seen associating with the opposition or pushing for a "third force" could be politically isolated.
This comes just days after former President Uhuru Kenyatta hinted at a political comeback, sparking excitement in parts of the Central region. Uhuru’s loyalists have been mobilizing quietly, with whispers of a new political movement gaining momentum.
The meeting’s leak has triggered mixed reactions online. Some Kenyans praised Ruto for taking control and unifying his base, while others accused him of panicking and trying to buy loyalty with empty promises.
Meanwhile, ODM leader Raila Odinga’s team has remained silent on the matter, possibly monitoring the unfolding power games in Mt. Kenya closely.
With just two years to the next general election, one thing is clear: Kenya’s political chessboard is already shifting, and the battle for Mt. Kenya could decide who wins in 2027.
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