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Opposition should settle on one candidate to face Ruto in 2027

Opposition

Opposition leaders Eugene Wamalwa, Rigathi Gachagua, Martha Karua, Kalonzo Musyoka, Fred Matiang'i, Mukhisa Kituyi, Justin Muturi and Mithika Linturi in Nairobi on April 29, 2025.

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By  The Watchman

Nation Media Group

What you need to know:

  • Leaders in government and the opposition should learn to tell the truth.
  • What are the benefits of NG-CDF for those who don’t have schoolchildren?

Common purpose • What the country needs is a leader and not someone who politics throughout, says David Yator. “As strong citizen movement gains traction against President William Ruto, opposition leaders should pick and support one of them as their joint candidate in the 2027 elections. The Kenyan voters have a common denominator this time around.” His email address is [email protected].

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Lying leaders • Leaders in government and the opposition should learn to tell the truth, says David M. Kigo, reminding them that it will, as the saying goes, set them free. “In the current confusion, it’s the leaders misleading the people with lies told even in church for political mileage. Kenyans are more enlightened than what most leaders take them to be.” His contact is [email protected].

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Coached • During the public participation on the NG-CDF, Carol Maina notes, the people appeared to have been coached by MPs to talk about aiding parents who can’t afford to pay fees for their children and building classrooms. “But what are the benefits for those who don’t have schoolchildren? The money should be given to counties for social amenities.” Her contact is [email protected].

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Contrast • The people allocated the affordable housing units deserve congratulations, says Kamichore Mutindira. “But we feel sorry for residents of Ngara, Woodley and Jogoo Road city county estates that have been vandalised by goons. While the President was issuing keys to new owners, county estates residents were being evicted over rent arrears.” His contact is [email protected].

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Matatu art • The National Transport and Safety Authority’s ban on matatu grafitti is unnecessary, says Lucas Kimanthi. “This is a culture that is adored and should, therefore, be promoted. It defines a unique urban culture. The artistic talent should be recognised by Unesco. It employs many people directly and indirectly through consultancy and sale of materials.” His contact is [email protected].

Have a useful day, won’t you!