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I’m Not a Sponsor: Uhuru Kenyatta Hits Back at Ruto Over Opposition Claims

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has dismissed claims that he is sponsoring opposition politicians ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying Kenyans should be free to choose their preferred leaders. Uhuru spoke on Sunday, August 23, 2026, during a memorial service for former Vice-President Michael Kijana Wamalwa in Kitale, Trans Nzoia County. His remarks came amid [...] The post I’m Not a…

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has responded to allegations that he is financially supporting opposition politicians in preparation for the 2027 General Election. Speaking at a memorial service for former Vice-President Michael Kijana Wamalwa in Kitale, Trans Nzoia County, Uhuru dismissed the claims, encouraging Kenyans to make their own choices during the upcoming election.

He joked about being called a political sponsor, stating he does not wish to be known as such. Uhuru emphasized that Kenyan voters should be free to choose their preferred leaders without coercion and that the country’s next government will be determined by the will of the people.

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