Sifuna responds to critics questioning his signature T-shirt style amid presidency push

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has defended his preference for T-shirt attire amid criticism from political opponents questioning his suitability to run for President. During the burial service of DP Rigathi Gachagua's sister on Saturday, November 14, 2026, Sifuna dismissed claims that one must wear formal suits to aspire to the top political post.

He noted that his critics had turned their attention to his clothing after running out of other issues to challenge him on. When asked about the criticism over his casual dressing style, Sifuna argued that some believed wearing T-shirts was incompatible with the pursuit of the presidency. He contrasted his preferred style with the expensive outfits worn by some political leaders, drawing attention to the high-cost items associated with a recent outfit worn by Ruto, including a Ksh20 million jacket, Ksh20 million shoes, and a Ksh30 million watch.

Sifuna mocked the emphasis on such expensive fashion, suggesting that it portrayed an inflated sense of leadership. He maintained that young people supporting him favored his casual dressing and wished for him to retain it as he seeks the presidency in the 2027 General Elections. Sifuna is set to become Kenya's first-term senator to win the highest political position, claiming support from ordinary Kenyans who yearn for younger leaders.

Despite inquiries about potential challenges, Sifuna is confident the movement will achieve its goal, describing the 2027 campaign as a chance to make a political miracle.