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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said when he plans to visit Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s home in Bungoma, following an invitation from the outspoken politician.
Gachagua made the remarks on Saturday, November 14, during the funeral of his 77-year-old sister in Kieni, Nyeri County, where he shared a light-hearted moment with Sifuna.
Sifuna had invited Gachagua to his Bungoma home, urging him to personally assess his political background and scrutinise his leadership before making any political commitments.
The senator argued that voters from the Mt Kenya region should be cautious when deciding which leaders to support, noting that the community had previously been misled by political promises. He encouraged Gachagua to examine him closely rather than accept assurances without questioning the intentions behind them.
Responding, Gachagua indicated he was willing to take up the invitation and promised to make the trip before Christmas.
The exchange drew attention as the two politicians used humour to address the question of political trust and scrutiny, with the country heading towards the 2027 General Election.
The invitation also comes as Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi (LMM) faction steps up its political activities and explores possible partnerships ahead of the next polls. On Friday, November 13, the party’s National Delegates Conference adopted a resolution authorising Sifuna to pursue coalition-building initiatives as part of its preparations for the 2027 elections.
The Bungoma invitation therefore comes against a backdrop of growing political engagements, as different leaders position themselves ahead of the next electoral contest.
Neither side has yet announced a specific date for the visit, which is expected to be closely watched given its political symbolism.
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