Kuria, who is the leader of the Chama Cha Kazi (CCK), made the remarks in a post on X on Wednesday, August 26. Without naming any candidate or offering an explanation, the former Cabinet secretary wrote: “2027: I do not know who will win. But I know who will be sworn in.”
The brief statement immediately attracted attention, particularly because Kuria did not clarify whether he was referring to the likely winner of the presidential election or suggesting that the person eventually sworn into office could be different from the candidate who wins at the ballot.
His comments come at a time when political temperatures are gradually rising ahead of the August 2027 General Election. Political parties are already positioning themselves, while prominent leaders continue to assess possible alliances and presidential bids.
RELATED ARTICLE: Kenyan man shamelessly brags about having “MECHI” with a married woman he met on Facebook and parades her VIDEO - Is this your wife? Marriage has gone to the dogsKuria has remained active in Kenyan politics after leaving government and has indicated that he intends to contest the Gatundu South parliamentary seat, a constituency he previously represented.
The statement also comes amid a wider debate over the credibility, independence and preparedness of institutions responsible for managing the 2027 elections.
The statement also comes amid a wider debate over the credibility, independence and preparedness of institutions responsible for managing the 2027 elections.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who now leads the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), has repeatedly raised allegations concerning the government and the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
Gachagua has questioned aspects of election technology procurement and called on IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethakoni to safeguard the commission’s independence. He has also warned that interference with the electoral process could provoke strong public resistance.
Government officials have rejected such allegations, with Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho dismissing the claims as baseless.
Gachagua has questioned aspects of election technology procurement and called on IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethakoni to safeguard the commission’s independence. He has also warned that interference with the electoral process could provoke strong public resistance.
Government officials have rejected such allegations, with Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho dismissing the claims as baseless.
RECOMMENDED: Unafanya Nini Na Mtoto Wa Shule? - DRAMA as a rogue Kenyan PASTOR is busted with a schoolgirl in his house (VIDEO)Kuria, however, has not explained his own prediction or disclosed the identity of the person he expects to take the presidential oath in 2027.
His carefully worded statement is therefore likely to remain a subject of political discussion, especially as campaigns, alliances and succession debates gather momentum in the months leading to the election.
His carefully worded statement is therefore likely to remain a subject of political discussion, especially as campaigns, alliances and succession debates gather momentum in the months leading to the election.
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