Speaking to residents of Ol Kalou in Nyandarua County, Kuria presented what he described as a long-term political calculation, insisting that the consequences of a one-term presidency for Ruto could reshape Kenya's political landscape beyond 2027.
In a video shared on his X account on Saturday, July 4, Kuria challenged those campaigning against Ruto's re-election to consider what would happen after the election if the President lost.
According to the former Cabinet Secretary, Ruto would not disappear from national politics after leaving State House.
He argued that the President would likely reinvent himself as the country's most formidable opposition leader while preparing for another presidential bid in 2032.
Kuria suggested that such a political transition could make Ruto even more influential than he is today, warning that his experience in government and ability to mobilise supporters would make him a difficult figure for any future administration to contend with.
"So if 2032 we take, we make him one term and he becomes the leader of the opposition, who will be more lethal as an opposition leader? Ruto will be more lethal," Kuria said.
He further claimed that Ruto would use the disappointment of losing power to rally public sympathy and rebuild his political base ahead of another presidential contest.
"See now 2032 also he'll come back. He'll be a candidate with kisirani. See you guys voted me out," Kuria remarked, painting a picture of a determined politician returning with renewed energy and a stronger campaign message.
His remarks come as political temperatures continue to rise ahead of the 2027 General Election, with leaders across the political divide intensifying campaigns and public engagements as they seek to shape the country's next chapter.
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