Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has broken his silence over speculations of a possible coalition with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking after attending a burial ceremony in Embu on Thursday, the Azimio principals led by Kalonzo, DAP Kenya’s Eugene Wamalwa and former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu, stated that the former DP was welcome to join the opposition leaders.
Addressing the congregation, Kalonzo exuded confidence in the coalition’s progress, noting that Azimio would continue with its opposition functions uninterrupted despite the new government appointments.
“Either in government or in opposition, as we almost begin January, we want to tell those who joined the government to go alone, but the coalition would continue to operate. We must have a new coalition,” said Kalonzo.
Rigathi Gachagua and Kalonzo Musyoka at a past function. PHOTO/ Courtesy.
Wamalwa echoed Kalonzo’s sentiments and expressed his approval of a colation with Gachagua, urging Kenyans to support the movement.
“We heard that the former DP said that he was ready to join hands with Kalonzo and Wamalwa, do you agree that Gachagua should join us?” Wamalwa queried the audience.
Kalonzo and Wamalwa’s sentiments come a day after Gachagua expressed interest in joining hands with Azimio chiefs ahead of the next general elections.
Gachagua, while speaking during a burial service in Makueni County on Wednesday, December 18, said the Kamba community was welcome to join other communities for future endeavours.
While taking a swipe at President William Ruto, Gachagua praised the Wiper Party leader, who he claimed stood for what was right against the Kenya Kwanza Government.
“Wiper people led by Kalonzo have shown grace and we have decided you are our friends for life. And we don’t just say that. When we say it, we mean it,” Gachagua stated.
“We owe Kalonzo and you people. We are in talks with Kalonzo and we will strategise well. We are in talks as Kenyans and we are looking for a way to improve the economy and end the culture of lies,” he added.
The former DP also noted that the Kamba community had the numbers to oust President Ruto’s administration in the next general elections but only if they turned up in large numbers.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua addressing congregants during a church service at AIPCA Kangari, Kigumo in Murang’a County on Sunday, November 24, 2024.
Rigathi Gachagua