Jubilee Party Deputy Leader Fred Matiang’i has ruled out joining President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA), even as political discussions intensify over possible alliances ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Matiang’i made the remarks on Monday, August 10, 2026, during an interview with K24 TV, where he was asked about the possibility of working with Ruto and the administration ahead of the next election.
The former Interior Cabinet Secretary was categorical that he remained committed to Jubilee Party and had no plans to cross over to UDA.
“I am not in UDA; I will never join UDA,” Matiang’i said.
He further said that Jubilee remained his political home and suggested that leaving the party would effectively mark the end of his political career.
“I am a member of Jubilee. In fact, let me tell you, if I ever leave Jubilee Party, I will quit Jubilee completely while I am also retiring from politics,” he added.
His remarks come amid growing political realignments as parties and political leaders position themselves ahead of the 2027 presidential and parliamentary contests.
Matiang’i was also asked about discussions surrounding Ruto’s proposed Vision 2060 agenda and whether Jubilee had been consulted on possible cooperation.
He said the party had not received any formal communication from the President on the matter.
“Well, hajaongea na sisi Jubilee, tuseme tu ukweli, hajaongea na sisi Jubilee kuhusu Vision 2060,” Matiang’i said.
The former Cabinet secretary added that any formal proposal would have to go through the party’s established decision-making structures.
“Sisi akitutumia barua tutazungumzia kwa NEC,” he said, referring to Jubilee’s National Executive Council.
Matiang’i nevertheless stressed that political differences should not prevent leaders from working toward what they consider to be the national interest.
He said his approach to politics was not centred on personal attacks or political insults, including against leaders from his home region who have chosen to support the Kenya Kwanza administration.
“I don’t spend time on insults and those types of things,” he said.
The remarks offer a glimpse into Matiang’i’s position as speculation continues over the political alliances that could shape the 2027 contest.
While he did not rule out engagement with other political formations on matters of national interest, his comments made clear that he currently does not view joining UDA as part of his political plans.