Gachagua, Kalonzo split over when to name top seat candidate

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua (standing), Democratic Action Party of Kenya leader Eugene Wamalwa (right) and other opposition leaders during a meeting at Gachagua's Wamunyoro home in Nyeri County on October 26, 2026.

The question of when to name a joint presidential candidate took centre stage on Monday as Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua hosted Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka at his Wamunyoro home in Nyeri.

The talks exposed differences within the United Opposition over the timing of a decision that could shape the 2027 election campaign.

Although the 2027 presidential election is still 19 months away, there is a growing urge for the camp to name its flagbearer.

The alliance is grappling with mistrust, alleged 'backstabbing' and political 'set-ups.

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