Speaker of the N.A. Dr. Moses Wetang’ula addressing mourners yesterday at Mutonyi village,Lugari constituency in Kakamega County.
By I.P. reporter.
Nairobi,Kenya.
National Assembly Speaker Dr. Moses Wetang’ula has called on the Luhya community to harness their numerical strength in future elections, with a specific focus on the 2032 presidential race.
Speaking at the burial of Mzee Peter Nasong’o Nabwera in Lugari Constituency, Kakamega County, Wetang’ula challenged the Luhya voters, who number over 6 million, to ensure their influence is felt on polling day.
Despite their large numbers, he noted, the community has struggled to unite and translate this strength into political power, unlike the Kikuyu, whose unity has allowed them to dominate the presidency for three consecutive terms.
“Your numbers are your power,” Wetang’ula said, urging the Luhya community to rally behind one of their own to succeed President William Ruto in 2032.
Wetang’ula has been positioning himself as a potential presidential candidate, advocating for a more cohesive political strategy that will see the community vote as a bloc, ensuring their collective voice is heard at the highest levels of government.
Wetang’ula’s experience in government positions him uniquely for the challenge.
He has held several influential roles throughout his political career, including Minister of Foreign Affairs, a position that placed him at the forefront of Kenya’s diplomatic relations.
He also served as the Minister of Trade, where he was instrumental in shaping the country’s economic policies.
In addition, Wetang’ula was a key figure in the coalition government of 2008 that led to the birth of the grand coalition government.
In his current role as the Speaker of the National Assembly, Wetang’ula continues to hold the third senior position in Kenya’s political structure, giving him a strong platform to drive his political vision forward.
Wetang’ula also addressed the need for leaders to support those eyeing the presidency, urging Luhya MPs to stand behind senior leaders rather than sabotage their efforts.
This unity, he believes, is crucial for the Luhyas to realize their full political potential.
Additionally, Wetang’ula cautioned against revealing political strategies in public, calling for more strategic and professional planning as the community plans for the top seat.
Key to Wetang’ula’s strategy is the support he has garnered from a broad spectrum of leaders in the region. Governors Ken Lusaka (Bungoma), Fernandes Barasa (Kakamega), Dr. Paul Otuoma (Busia), and Wilberforce Otichilo (Vihiga) have all thrown their weight behind his vision.
In addition, Wetang’ula has earned the backing of Western Kenya MPs across the political spectrum.
This unified support from the region’s key political figures strengthens his push for a cohesive political bloc, which he believes is essential to securing political dominance for the Luhya community beyond the 2027 elections.
The Western Kenya Political Caucus, which Wetang’ula has played a leading role in establishing, is aimed at ensuring that the Luhya community speaks with one voice.
With the backing of these influential governors, senators, and MPs, Wetang’ula’s vision for a united Western Kenya stands a strong chance of reshaping the political landscape, paving the way for the Luhya community to take leadership in the 2032 presidential race.
His experience at the highest levels of government,experience as a veteran advocate in the high court coupled with his advocacy for a unified Luhya community, positions him as a formidable contender for the presidency in 2032.
Bungoma Senator David Wafula Wakoli has urged the Western region to unite both socially and politically to bolster its influence at the national level.
He emphasized the need for the region to secure its rightful political stake by rallying behind the National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula.
Wakoli highlighted the recent political shifts, including the entrance of Prime Minister Raila Odinga and former President Uhuru Kenyatta into government, underscoring that politics is fundamentally about numbers and unity.
“The political success of leaders like Raila Odinga and Uhuru Kenyatta shows the power of unity and numbers,” he remarked.
Looking ahead to the 2027 elections, Wakoli implored the region to vote as one bloc to enhance its political position.
“We must walk, talk, and work together if we want to increase our influence at the national level,” he stated, emphasizing that the time for divided politics is over, and the region must unite behind Wetang’ula for future success.
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