Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has signaled a potential political realignment after indicating willingness to work with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in a broader push against President William Ruto.
Breaking his silence on the matter during an appearance at Citizen TV on Tuesday night, July 28, Sifuna said cooperation would be anchored on a shared political objective rather than past rivalries.
He maintained that any leader convinced that President Ruto should not remain in office beyond his current term would be considered a viable partner.
“We will work with everyone who believes that Ruto does not deserve an extra day in office,” Sifuna stated, in remarks that point to a possible coalition-building effort within opposition ranks and disillusioned former government insiders.
The Nairobi senator was, however, quick to defend his past stance on Gachagua, recalling his vote to impeach the former deputy president.
Sifuna insisted the decision was based on “specific crimes,” underlining that his current position does not negate accountability.
At the same time, he acknowledged a shift in political dynamics, noting that Gachagua has since turned into a vocal critic of the administration he once served.
According to Sifuna, the former deputy president has publicly admitted responsibility for President Ruto’s rise to power — a factor the senator argues now places a moral obligation on him to support efforts to remove the current regime.
“He says that he feels largely responsible for Ruto becoming President, and therefore he has a greater responsibility in removing him than anyone else, and that is something I agree with,” Sifuna added.
His remarks come amid growing signs of fragmentation within Kenya Kwanza and renewed efforts by opposition figures to consolidate support ahead of future political contests.
However, the prospect of a Sifuna-Gachagua alignment is likely to spark debate, particularly among supporters who recall their sharp political differences during the impeachment process.
Even so, Sifuna appeared resolute, framing the moment as one that demands political unity over historical divisions.
“At the end of the day, we have to kick out Ruto,” he said.