Gakuya: Sifuna is opposition's best bet for State House
Embakasi North MP James Gakuya has publicly endorsed Edwin Sifuna as the opposition's best presidential candidate for the 2027 Kenyan General Election. Gakuya argues that Sifuna possesses the necessary charisma and inherited political base to challenge President William Ruto.
Why it matters
This endorsement highlights shifting political alliances and internal power dynamics within the Kenyan opposition following the death of Raila Odinga.
Embakasi North MP James Gakuya. /PARLIAMENT
Embakasi North MP James Gakuya has thrown his weight behind Linda Mwananchi leader Edwin Sifuna for the presidency, urging the United Alternative Government (UAG) coalition to put aside personal ambitions and rally behind the Nairobi Senator if they hope to unseat President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.
Although Sifuna is not a member of the UAG coalition - the alliance commonly referred to as the united opposition - Gakuya argued that he commands a formidable political base and possesses the charisma and national appeal needed to galvanise support across key voting blocs.
Speaking on TV47 on Tuesday morning, Gakuya said Sifuna's influence extends beyond his own party and should not be ignored in the ongoing discussions over who should carry the opposition's presidential flag.
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