Nyandarua Senator John Methu has intensified political rhetoric ahead of the 2027 General Election, declaring that his primary focus is removing President William Ruto from office rather than pursuing any personal political ambition.
Speaking in remarks that signal growing tensions within the opposition space, Methu argued that the country’s challenges cannot be resolved without a change in leadership at the top.
He maintained that even a well-functioning Parliament would be undermined by what he described as ineffective leadership in the presidency.
“I never think about what I will be in 2027; what is on my mind is how William Ruto will go home,” Methu said.
“If you have a good Parliament and a bad president, this bad president will influence the good Parliament. For us to try and fix this nation, we have to remove William Ruto.”
The senator’s comments reflect a broader narrative emerging among sections of opposition leaders who are positioning themselves for a coordinated challenge against the Kenya Kwanza administration.
His remarks also suggest early efforts to build regional alliances aimed at consolidating support across key voting blocs.
In a more pointed statement, Methu outlined what he described as a multi-regional political strategy, calling on leaders from different parts of the country to unite against the President.
He referenced Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, and Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya as figures expected to mobilise support in their respective regions.
“William Ruto is a very dangerous animal, and we have to hunt him down from all directions,” Methu said, using strong language to describe the political contest.
“We want the people of Western to unite and hunt him down from that side. Gachagua will be leading us from Mt Kenya, and Matiang’i will be uniting with the people from Gusii land.”
He added that leaders in Western Kenya, including Sifuna and Natembeya, would play a central role in rallying support to challenge the President’s re-election bid.
The remarks are likely to spark political debate, particularly over the tone and language used, as well as the emerging alliances ahead of 2027