Former Justice Minister Martha Karua sparked fresh political debate after delivering a bold address in Kirinyaga County on April 1, 2026, where she appeared to sharply differ with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over the future of Mount Kenya politics.
Karua, who served under the late President Mwai Kibaki, was speaking during the funeral of the late Kirinyaga Senator.
Her speech, delivered with notable confidence, quickly gained attention as she addressed emerging tensions within the opposition ranks.
In what many observers interpreted as a direct response to Gachagua’s recent political stance, Karua dismissed the notion of a single political party dominating the Mount Kenya region.
She emphasized that the region is politically diverse and should not be “owned” by any one party.
According to Karua, multiple parties within the region will inevitably compete in the 2027 General Election, even if it leads to what she termed as “friendly fire.”
She insisted that democracy must prevail, allowing voters the freedom to elect leaders of their choice across different political formations.
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Her remarks come weeks after Gachagua, a key opposition figure, declared that politicians from the Mount Kenya region who fail to align with the DCP party risk facing political backlash.
He specifically warned leaders such as Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata to reconsider their positions if they hope to secure re-election.
Karua’s statements now highlight growing cracks within the opposition alliance, raising questions about unity ahead of the 2027 polls. Political analysts suggest that such public disagreements could reshape alliances in the region.
The unfolding developments signal what could be an intense political contest in Mount Kenya, as leaders position themselves and their parties for influence in the coming general election.
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