'Fake news': Senator Wambua denies Ruto-Kalonzo deal claims, says opposition remains united
Senator Enoch Wambua has dismissed rumors of a political deal between Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka and President William Ruto. Wambua labeled the reports as misinformation and deep fakes intended to destabilize the opposition coalition.
Why it matters
This denial addresses concerns regarding political realignment in Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election and highlights the impact of misinformation in political discourse.
Wiper Party has dismissed reports circulating on social media and in sections of the mainstream media claiming that party leader Kalonzo Musyoka recently held talks with President William Ruto over a possible political deal ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Speaking in Nairobi on Thursday, Senate Deputy Minority Leader and Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua described the claims as false and claimed those behind them are attempting to create divisions within the opposition.
"For the record, my party leader has not had any such meeting with the President. Let me also clarify for the benefit of the country that the two have not had any talks whatsoever about working together in the next General Election," Wambua said.
He urged Kenyans to disregard the reports, saying they were part of a misinformation campaign aimed at weakening what he described as the united alternative government.
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