Moses Kuria says he foresees unopposed 2027 presidential bid, citing national unity push
Kuria said presidential hopefuls will ultimately rally behind a single candidate ahead of the 2027 election, much like the broad coalition that endorsed the late Mwai Kibaki’s candidacy in 2002.
President William Ruto’s Economic Advisor, Moses Kuria, has drawn parallels between the upcoming 2027 General Election and the landmark 2002 vote, claiming it will be shaped by a national consensus on the presidency rather than a fiercely contested race.
Speaking during an interview with Citizen TV, Kuria said leaders eyeing the presidency will reach an agreement on a single candidate before the election, similar to how the late former President Mwai Kibaki’s 2002 candidacy was endorsed by a broad coalition.
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“Let me shock you. Some people are training for a football match that will not happen,” Kuria said.
He argued that the 2027 election will not be business as usual and that the country will witness a new political path grounded in dialogue.
“2027 will be like 2002. There will be no presidential election. There will be a consensus,” he said.
Overwhelming nationwide support
Kuria noted that by the time Kenyans headed to the polls in 2002, the outcome was already evident, as Mwai Kibaki enjoyed overwhelming nationwide support.
“Have you ever seen that margin again?” he posed rhetorically.
He dismissed expectations of a tight race, saying the era of fiercely fought presidential contests like those in 2013 and 2017 is over.
“There’s not going to be that kind of presidential contest. Some people are training for football, but it will be a tennis match,” he said.
Kuria emphasised the need for national dialogue, warning of dire consequences if the country fails to unite.
“We have two options: go out one day and destroy the nation, or let’s agree,” he said.
“Let there be honour among men and women.”
Political reach
He also claimed that his political reach extends beyond his home region.
“I can do a rally in any part of this country without the local MP. I’m a villager in every part of the country, Garissa, Wajir, wherever,” he said. “That’s the kind of democracy I fought for.”
Kuria’s remarks come as political formations begin to take shape ahead of the 2027 polls, with some leaders preparing for a tough race, even as he calls for consensus and unity.
The former Cabinet Secretary also indicated that he may contest the presidency.
“There is a possibility that I will run for president in 2027. The only seat that I cannot vie for is the Women Rep position, but from MCA to the President, I have every qualification. I am more than ready; don’t I practice every day?” he posed.
Talks with Jubilee Party
Kuria further revealed he is in talks with the Jubilee Party and has offered to collaborate ahead of the 2027 elections.
“We are talking. It’s Uhuru’s party, and I have another party. I have given them that offer—if they take it, fine. If they don’t, I have a party and life will go on,” he said.
On June 15, Kuria also signalled a possible return to Jubilee Party politics after posting a congratulatory message to former President Uhuru Kenyatta, who recently reclaimed leadership of the party.
“Congratulations, my senior brother, President Uhuru Kenyatta, for reclaiming leadership of the Jubilee Party,” he wrote on X.
“As tensions rise and divisions deepen, your leadership provides a vital platform for unity and stability. The future is bright.”
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