Wiper Steps Up Nyanza Mobilisation Ahead of Kalonzo Musyoka’s Planned Tour
The party says the planned tour is part of efforts to strengthen its grassroots structures and increase its visibility ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Kisumu, Kenya - The Wiper Patriotic Front is ramping up its presence in the Nyanza region before a planned tour by party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, according to recent reports. Officials and supporters gathered in Kisumu to develop a coordinated programme for Musyoka's visit, which is expected to bring together political figures, professionals, faith-based organisations and other groups from across Nyanza.
Wiper's Executive Director Benson Milai said the meeting aimed to establish a structured programme that would allow Musyoka to interact directly with communities in the region. Milai added that Wiper is preparing to open offices in several parts of Nyanza, with Migori and Siaya already identified as key locations. The party's move is seen as a strategic effort to strengthen its grassroots network and increase its visibility ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The meeting also provided an opportunity for Wiper to introduce potential candidates for various positions under its ticket in the upcoming election. Notably, Michael Mboga, a former United Democratic Alliance (UDA) member, announced his defection to Wiper and his intention to contest the Migori Senate seat. Mboga expressed his commitment to Musyoka's presidential ambitions, stating that he believes the party offers a platform for political change.
Local leaders and supporters welcomed the planned visit, urging Musyoka to engage more extensively with communities across Nyanza. They called on the Wiper leader to visit all Nyanza counties to officially introduce himself to residents. The meeting also highlighted the importance of Musyoka's political association with late veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga, urging him to deepen his engagement with the region following Odinga's death.
Wiper's immediate priority, according to Milai, is to establish a robust political network across Nyanza capable of recruiting supporters and fielding candidates at different levels in the 2027 elections. As the General Election approaches, political parties are focusing on grassroots mobilisation, candidate recruitment, and regional alliances to build competitive electoral networks.
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