Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has suggested that Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka could consider working with President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election, revealing that discussions about possible political cooperation are ongoing among Ukambani leaders.
Sonko, who heads the National Economic Development Party (NEDP), made the remarks on Tuesday, November 10, after meeting two prominent figures from the region: former Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama and Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua.
The meetings have added to speculation about Kalonzo’s political direction as Ruto’s allies continue efforts to bring the Wiper leader into the Kenya Kwanza camp.
Sonko Says Kalonzo Could Consider Working With Ruto
In a statement shared on his Facebook page, Sonko claimed that some individuals were misleading Kalonzo about the political options available to him.
He suggested that joining Ruto’s political camp remained one of the possibilities being considered, alongside other arrangements.
“Some bogus noise makers are misleading Kalonzo without understanding the political reality. Let them know that the one-term option is also on the table. We are carefully weighing both political options,” Sonko wrote.
He added that any final decision would be based on the interests of the people of Ukambani and the country’s future.
“Our final decision when we all come to the table will be guided by the interests of our people, unity, and the future of our country. We stand for unity, not division, or empty political games,” he stated.
Sonko also indicated that his NEDP party would consider working with Ruto if the proposed arrangement offered better terms than those available from the opposition.
He dismissed suggestions that his political activities were being driven by the government, maintaining that his priority was securing an arrangement beneficial to the Ukambani region.
Sonko Reveals Alleged Secret Talks After 2022 Election
The former Nairobi governor also made claims about discussions involving senior political figures shortly after the 2022 General Election.
According to Sonko, the conversations involved former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, Kalonzo, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki and Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale.
He alleged that the discussions explored the possibility of a political working arrangement following Ruto’s election victory.
Sonko further claimed that Kalonzo was offered the position of Speaker of the National Assembly during the negotiations but turned it down.
According to Sonko, Kalonzo was reluctant to accept the position because he had previously served as Kenya’s Vice President and considered the Speaker’s office a lesser role.
These claims have been made by Sonko and have not been independently established in the information provided.
Johnson Muthama’s Meeting With Kalonzo Fuels Political Speculation
Sonko’s latest remarks come weeks after former Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama reportedly held discussions with Kalonzo.
Sources familiar with the meeting indicated that the possibility of the Wiper leader working with Ruto was among the issues explored.
Muthama is considered an influential political figure in Ukambani, with longstanding connections to Kalonzo.
Sonko’s subsequent meeting with Muthama, followed by his engagement with Alfred Mutua, has drawn attention to the political consultations taking place within the region.
Critics have accused Sonko of advancing Ruto’s interests in Ukambani, allegations he has rejected.
William Ruto’s Allies Continue to Court Kalonzo
President Ruto and his allies, including Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, have repeatedly expressed interest in bringing Kalonzo into the government camp.
The president and his allies have previously floated the possibility of supporting Kalonzo’s presidential ambitions in 2032 if he agrees to work with the administration.
However, Kalonzo has repeatedly rejected calls to join the Kenya Kwanza government.
The Wiper leader has maintained that his political values differ from those of the current administration, signalling his reluctance to abandon the opposition.
With the 2027 General Election approaching, Sonko’s latest statements have added another dimension to the discussions surrounding Kalonzo’s political future.
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