Nyandarua Senator John Methu has claimed that Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and Jubilee leader Fred Matiang’i could abandon the United Opposition’s pledge to field one presidential candidate in 2027.
The senator, who is also Secretary General of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), made the claim on Citizen TV on Sunday, October 11.
Methu on Ndindi Nyoro: “If I was to name moles”
Methu alleged that Ruto was using Nyoro to split the opposition. He claimed he had received a similar offer from the President.
“When I heard him say he has a party, I couldn’t believe my ears because it is he who told me that another party is a creation of William Ruto. This same offer of forming a party others were given. If I was to name moles, then I think the name Ndindi Nyoro will feature prominently,” Methu said.
Why Methu is questioning Matiang’i
Methu also cast doubt on Matiang’i, the former Interior Cabinet Secretary. He noted that the two men are close friends who often hold rallies together. As a result, he argued, if Nyoro is working with the government, Matiang’i could be acting against the opposition too.
“I cannot speak about Matiang’i because I thought I knew him very well. These days, I don’t think I know him,” he said.
Nyoro and Matiang’i respond
Nyoro and Matiang’i have, however, said they remain part of the wider opposition. Both say they will support whoever is chosen as its single candidate to face Ruto in the 2027 General Election.
Gachagua’s warning and Kalonzo’s denial
The claims come days after DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua alleged that some principals were threatening to go their own way if they were not named flagbearer. Afterwards, some members of the public pointed to Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka.
Kalonzo, through his party, has denied this. He insists the opposition is united in its aim of stopping Ruto from winning a second term. Methu backed him in the interview, citing his support for Gachagua during the 2024 impeachment.
“I trust him today, tomorrow and every day,” Methu said.
Jubilee unrest inside the Ukombozi Alliance
Meanwhile, Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Jeremiah Kioni has urged his party to reconsider its place in the Ukombozi Alliance (TUA), which Kalonzo leads. Kioni said Jubilee was not receiving the respect it deserved and urged it to explore other political formations.
