Nairobi: Speculations as Sifuna, Babu Owino Hold Strategic Meeting with 3 Other MPs
- On Tuesday, August 12, Nairobi senator Edwin Sifuna held a meeting with four vocal Members of Parliament
- The strategic meeting of the five leaders sparked reactions after Sifuna shared photos and a video of the meeting
- All of those who attended the meeting are opposed to President William Ruto's 2027 re-election push
Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over four years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.
Nairobi - A meeting of certain youthful politicians has attracted mixed reactions from Kenyans as the political temperature heats up ahead of the 2027 election.
Source: Twitter
On Tuesday, August 12, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) secretary general Edwin Sifuna held a meeting with four Members of Parliament at a Nairobi hotel.
Which MPs held meeting with Edwin Sifuna?
Among those who attended the meeting were Babu Owino (Embakasi East), Caleb Amisi (Saboti), Gathoni Wamuchomba (Githunguri) and Anthony Kibagendi (Kitutu Chache South).
Although the agenda of the meeting was not disclosed, the Saboti lawmaker hinted that it concerned the country's future.
"I had to take a moment out of my study leave to join my colleagues in discussing the future of our country. Out of this, I am hopeful Kenya shall achieve the much-needed renaissance! Great minds discuss ideas," Amisi said.
When the lawmakers shared the photos of their meeting, Kenyans were quick to suggest they might be forming a third political force ahead of the 2027 General Election.
How Kenyans reacted to Edwin Sifuna's meeting
Most of the leaders who attended the meeting are opposed to President William Ruto's 2027 reelection bid.
PowerLensKE:
"These are the moves we want you people to make. I hope it was worth it."
Snoopykenya:
"I like this and we hope it's going somewhere and not just optics and cute pics."
Njenga Mwoha:
"Hii ndio 3rd force."
Kevin Wanambisi:
"If you pledge your allegiance to @dkmaraga and @OkiyaOmtatah, then we'll start taking you seriously. These 2 will need your support in legislation during their tenure."
Isaiah:
"So ODM Asili Party loading?"
Elvis Newton:
"Something is cooking."
Bonventure Nalugala:
"Good move. Opposition must have intelligent people. In any case, you guyz will soon lead Kenya. Without strong opposition, an opportunity is created for fools like Wamunyoro who can confuse people to win."
Protus Mukangu
"I want to be very honest with you Hon Caleb Amisi ,this is the kind of group I have been yearning and yapping for, leaders who have interests of Kenyans at heart,We don't just see you as mps but the future of Kenyan leadership."
Source: Twitter
Why are Sifuna and Amisi opposed to William Ruto?
As reported earlier, some of the youthful lawmakers met in Trans Nzoia county where they declared their opposition to Ruto's administration.
During a women's empowerment programme in Saboti constituency, Sifuna insisted that Kenyans should join forces to send Ruto home.
Amisi, who was the host, stated that the Kenya Kwanza Alliance government had failed to deliver its promises to Kenyans.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
