Gideon Moi's KANU party joins broad-based government in yet another political realignment
President Ruto described KANU as “fundamental to the nation” and emphasised that his outreach to Gideon Moi was part of a broader plan to unite the country.
President William Ruto has announced that the Kenya African National Union (KANU), led by Gideon Moi, will join the broad-based government, marking yet another political realignment aimed at fostering national unity and development.
The announcement was made on Friday during a meeting at Moi’s Kabarak residence, which was attended by thousands of KANU grassroots leaders and supporters.
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President Ruto described KANU as “fundamental to the nation” and emphasised that his outreach to Gideon Moi was part of a broader plan to unite the country.
“I looked for Gideon Moi because national cohesion is bigger than our differences,” Ruto said, highlighting the historical role of KANU in shaping Kenya’s political landscape.
The decision comes a day after KANU withdrew from the Baringo senatorial by-election scheduled for November 27.
The withdrawal followed a private meeting between Moi and President Ruto earlier in the week, a move that raised questions among party supporters and prompted calls for clarity on the party’s strategic direction.
Ruto clarified that his engagement with Moi was driven by the need to unite the nation and prioritise development in key sectors such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
“I reached out to my brother so that we can help move the country forward. If there is any problem anywhere, do not blame Moi, you can blame me,” the President said.
“I looked for my brother to come and help me lift this country from the third world to the levels of Singapore,” he added.
He noted that his outreach to Moi is part of a broader effort that also includes engaging former President Uhuru Kenyatta and opposition leader Raila Odinga.
Gideon Moi acknowledged the President’s gesture and explained his decision to set aside past political differences.
“The president knows why I never made it to the ballot. I had some unfinished business in Baringo, from roads to dams, that’s why I decided to vie. Because President Ruto was elected by Kenyans, I decided to listen to him,” Moi said.
The meeting comes after Moi failed to appear before the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in Kabarnet on Thursday to submit his nomination papers for the Baringo senatorial by-election, sparking tension among supporters who had gathered to receive him.
His withdrawal cleared the way for United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate Kiprono Chemitei, who was later cleared by the electoral body.
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