Narok Senator Ledama Olekina has dismissed Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s chances of winning the presidency, urging him to shelve his ambitions and instead support President William Ruto’s re-election bid in the 2027 General Election.
Speaking during an interview with Citizen TV on Sunday, November 8, 2026, Olekina said he believed Kalonzo could still join the Kenya Kwanza camp and work with the current administration for another five-year term.
The senator maintained that he had great respect for the former vice president, adding that he intended to personally reach out to him to discuss the possibility of working together.
“I do have a lot of respect for him. I still believe he can come in and join us, work together, and support Ruto to finish his other five years. I haven’t spoken to him, but I will be reaching out to him,” Olekina said.
Olekina also took aim at former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, questioning his leadership credentials following his impeachment from office.
The Narok senator argued that those rallying behind Gachagua were following a leader who, in his view, had failed to demonstrate inclusive leadership.
“You cannot be led by someone who has been impeached,” he stated.
He further accused Gachagua of dominating those within his political circle, claiming that his supporters had little influence in decision-making.
“The way I see Gachagua, he is the master, and everybody following him is a slave; he is the leader, and everyone else is a follower,” Olekina remarked.
The senator also dismissed Gachagua’s political standing, pointing out that some of the individuals currently supporting him had previously participated in the process that led to his removal from office.
“Gachagua is a loser; he is an impeached DP. Why should I have any thoughts on him? Most of the people who are running around supporting him impeached him,” he said.
Beyond the political exchanges, Olekina called for an end to ethnic-based politics, urging Kenyans to embrace national unity rather than align themselves along tribal lines.
He argued that the country’s political landscape would change if leaders and citizens prioritized their Kenyan identity over ethnic affiliations.
“We are Kenyans; the day we start seeing each other as Kenyans, not Kikuyu, Maasai, or Luo, is the day we will end dirty politics and dirty policies in this country,” Olekina said.
Olekina’s comments come as political leaders continue to differ over possible alliances and the direction their respective camps should take as Kenya prepares for the 2027 polls.
