Jubilee Party CEO Dann Mwangi urges open, honest process to pick united opposition 2027 flagbearer
He said voters should not be treated as political property belonging to particular parties or principals, insisting that every voter ultimately makes an individual choice at the ballot.
Nairobi, Kenya - Jubilee Party CEO Dann Mwangi has refuted claims that Fred Matiang’i lacks the support necessary to lead the opposition in the 2027 presidential election. Mwangi emphasized that no political leader or party possesses the votes of voters, stressing that each individual makes their own choice at the ballot. He cited Nyanza as an example, where a political leader’s influence on the region’s vote is not absolute, as voters ultimately decide.
Mwangi highlighted the 2022 election, noting that nearly eight million registered voters did not cast their ballots, and these voters are a significant factor as the 2027 election approaches. He warned against the dangers of dismissing political parties and leaders based on assumptions about their numerical strength, citing examples like Alfred Mutua’s Maendeleo Chap Chap party and Amason Kingi of PAA, whose support for President William Ruto contributed to his victory.
Mwangi argued that to win the opposition, it is crucial not to overlook any group, as no region or leader can secure the presidency alone. He advocated for an open and transparent process to select the opposition’s presidential candidate, emphasizing that it should be based on the capacity to form a national coalition rather than on claims of owning regional votes.
Mwangi reiterated Jubilee’s backing for Matiang’i, citing his extensive experience in government administration, but stressed that the selection process must be fair and acceptable to all parties involved.
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