Fred Matiang’i rules out joining Ruto’s camp
Jubilee Party Deputy Party Leader and 2027 presidential candidate Fred Matiang’i has ruled out joining President William Ruto’s political camp, saying he would not join the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party. Matiang’i told K24 TV on Monday, August 10, 2026, that his political future remained tied to the Jubilee Party and dismissed speculation that he […]
Jubilee Party Deputy Leader Fred Matiang’i has firmly stated he will not align with President William Ruto’s political coalition ahead of the 2027 election. During an interview on K24 TV, Matiang’i, whose political future remains tied to the Jubilee Party, dismissed rumors of cooperation with Ruto as part of a broader political alliance.
He emphasized his membership in the Jubilee Party, stating he would not leave nor join the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party. Matiang’i also questioned the credibility of Ruto to lead a long-term national project, citing broken promises and unfulfilled commitments. He criticized the government’s handling of the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) recommendations and the subsequent agreement with opposition leaders, questioning the fulfillment of commitments made through those political processes.
Matiang’i’s stance places the Jubilee Party at the center of his presidential campaign strategy, as he seeks to build an alternative alliance outside the Ruto-led camp.
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