The dwindled political fortunes in the vote rich Mt. Kenya region is paving the way for the less known political entities.
And if the unfolding political romance between the National Liberal Party (NLP) abd former Munguki leader, Maina Njenga is anything to go by, the political excursion in the region will gain traction after UDA boot.
One such opportunity fell in the hands of Augustus Muli, the NLP leader during the burial of Stephen Kamunya, former Mungiki leader’s father in Nga’arua Farm in Laikipia County.
Speaking during the ceremony, Muli urged leaders in the region to rise above, community or regional divisions, pledgeding that his party would form a coalition with Njenga ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“This occasion reminds us of the need for peace and togetherness. Mt. Kenya cannot afford fragmentation. Our strength lies in unity, and together with Maina Njenga, we will ensure the region speaks with one voice,” Muli said, drawing applause from mourners.
With 500,000 members of NLP party and with clan support of almost 400,000 members, Dr Muli claimed that he deserves to be on any negotiation table to safeguard interests of his people
The burial, attended by thousands, quickly turned into a political stage, exposing simmering tensions over Mt. Kenya’s leadership. Njenga warned that the ongoing supremacy battles and insults traded among political figures could plunge the country into chaos, urging leaders to “tame their tongues.”
Prominent lawyer Ndegwa Njiru criticized Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi’s push for a referendum, claiming it was a deliberate ploy to disrupt the 2027 elections out of fear of a united opposition.
James Wanjohi rallied Mt. Kenya leaders to support Njenga, insisting he has already been widely acknowledged as the region’s leader. His sentiments were echoed by Gatundu North MP, Elijah Kururia, who declared Njenga the sole political spokesperson for Mt. Kenya. He cited his growing support base beyond Laikipia County.
Kururia condemned attempts to brand Njenga’s supporters as members of the outlawed Mungiki sect, warning that such divisive tactics would not be tolerated. He emphasized that the government remains committed to safeguarding the rights of Njenga’s followers.
