Kikuyu Member of Parliament Kimani Ichung’wah has openly acknowledged that the 2027 general election will be a tough battle, warning that leaders who have turned their backs on development and aligned themselves with tribal politics will face a serious challenge.
Speaking during a high-profile empowerment event in Mathira on Saturday, Ichung’wah said voters are increasingly demanding results, not rhetoric, and will punish those who abandoned them after being elected.
The MP’s candid remarks drew loud applause from Mathira residents, who gathered to hear from him, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, area MP Eric Wamumbi, and other invited leaders.
Ichung’wah took a clear shot at unnamed political figures who, according to him, are more focused on tribal alliances and power positioning than service delivery.
He emphasized that voters can no longer be swayed by ethnic narratives and warned that the coming election will test who truly stood with the people during difficult times.
Ichung’wah also weighed in on recent remarks that referred to President William Ruto as “Kasongo.” He said there was no issue with the nickname if it meant the focus would shift from tribalism to development.
“I want to repeat here in Mathira that we do not have an issue with President Ruto being called Kasongo. In fact, I support it if it leads to real progress for our people, because at the end of the day, we do not eat tribes,” he stated.
He went on to question whether residents had received any tangible development from leaders now positioning themselves as critics of the current administration.
Ichung’wah’s remarks reinforced his alignment with President Ruto’s leadership and vision, while signaling a growing realignment in Mt. Kenya politics ahead of 2027.
