Political temperatures are rising in Western Kenya as the debate over who commands the region’s voting bloc intensifies ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The contest for supremacy has pitted Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi against National Assembly Speaker Moses Masika Wetangula, with Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya also positioning himself as a challenger to the old guard.
The latest twist in the unfolding drama came after former Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha weighed in, appearing to draw clear battle lines within the region’s politics.
Nakhumicha, who is seeking to unseat Governor Natembeya in Trans Nzoia, publicly declared that Speaker Moses Wetangula is the current Luhya kingpin, dismissing claims by other leaders angling for the same title.
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According to Nakhumicha, Wetangula’s long-standing political experience, national stature, and influence within government place him ahead of his rivals. She downplayed Natembeya’s growing popularity, accusing the governor of prioritising political confrontations over service delivery.
In her remarks, she claimed Natembeya was “seeking relevance” by constantly attacking the national government instead of focusing on the needs of Trans Nzoia residents.
Her comments also appeared to sideline Musalia Mudavadi, a veteran politician who has for years been viewed as a natural leader in Western Kenya.
Mudavadi’s supporters argue that his calm leadership style and senior role in government make him best placed to unify the region, but Nakhumicha’s declaration suggests shifting loyalties as 2027 approaches.
The remarks have sparked debate across Western Kenya, with analysts saying they reflect deeper divisions and early realignments ahead of the next election.
With Natembeya pushing a reformist image, Wetangula consolidating institutional power, and Mudavadi banking on seniority and experience, the battle for the Western voting bloc is far from settled.
As the campaigns take shape, Nakhumicha’s bold endorsement has added a new layer of intrigue to an already crowded and competitive political field.
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