Ndindi Nyoro bars UDA leaders from joining PPK

Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has announced that leaders and supporters of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) engaged in opposition attacks or causing disruption will not be allowed to join the People’s Party of Kenya (PPK). During his first People’s Tour rally in Mukuyu, Murang'a County on August 19, 2026, Nyoro stated that those still linked to the ruling party and known for targeting political adversaries would not be accepted in PPK.

He recalled receiving congratulatory messages from UDA affiliates after his decision to leave the party, saying, "I saw those wheelbarrow comments, 'while I was saying I would start contacting them, they congratulated me.'" Nyoro emphasized that PPK would not admit individuals whose political actions involved attacking opposition leaders, stating, "If you are UDA, in this government, your role is to remain silent and not speak out against leaders like Gachagua.

PPK has no place for you. If you are a newcomer, understand that PPK has no place for you. Those associated with Matiang'i, Kalonzo, must reconcile before considering joining PPK." He cited Gachagua, Matiang'i, and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka as examples of political figures with whom individuals should settle their differences before joining the new party.

Nyoro aimed to recruit members who share PPK's political direction as it prepared for the 2027 General Election. The remarks followed his announcement on August 17, 2026, of leaving UDA and joining PPK after consultations with opposition leaders and political actors. Nyoro positioned PPK as an opposition party seeking to recruit candidates and build support nationwide ahead of the 2027 polls.

Previously serving as Ruto's ally in Mount Kenya and chairing the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee, Nyoro's switch to PPK represents a shift in his political allegiance as parties organize for the upcoming election. PPK, established in 2012, promotes the slogan "Usawa Haki Uhuru" and aims to create a nationwide political network, with Nyoro already welcoming former UDA MCAs to join the new party.

His latest statements clarify the distinction between PPK's recruitment efforts and former UDA members whose political actions have brought them into conflict with opposition figures. Nyoro will continue his People’s Tour to further mobilize grassroots support as PPK seeks to establish itself within the opposition before the 2027 elections.