Wiper Denies Secret Dealings With Ruto Ahead of 2027 Elections

Wiper Denies Secret Dealings With Ruto Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Wiper Patriotic Front has rejected claims that its leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, is holding secret talks with President William Ruto over a possible political arrangement ahead of the 2027 General Election.

In a statement dated September 28, 2026, Wiper spokesperson Ndegwa Njiru said the party had no agreement, understanding or plans to work with the President ahead of the election. The statement came amid renewed speculation over the direction of opposition politics as parties continue discussions on a possible joint presidential candidate.

The party said Kalonzo’s political position remained unchanged and that his next direct contest with Ruto would be at the ballot on August 10, 2027.

“The Wiper Patriotic Front, under the steadfast leadership of H.E. Dr Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, issues this clarification to put to rest any mischievous speculation regarding its position on President William Ruto.”

Wiper then issued a direct denial of reports suggesting that the former Vice President could enter into a political agreement with the President.

“Let it be stated without ambiguity; the Wiper Patriotic Front has no dealings, no understanding, and no intention of working with Ruto. Our path is independent, principled and irreversible. We shall only meet with Mr Ruto at the ballot on August 10, 2027.”

Gachagua’s Remarks Trigger Fresh Debate

The statement followed remarks by Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua, who recently suggested that one of the opposition’s presidential hopefuls could leave the coalition if another candidate was selected to face Ruto.

Speaking to Kenyans in Texas on Sunday, September 27, Gachagua said the opposition would eventually settle on one presidential candidate.

“One single presidential candidate will be announced. One person will go away; that one person will go away on his own.”

The remarks sparked speculation among political commentators and supporters about which opposition leader Gachagua was referring to, although he did not publicly name the individual.

Wiper subsequently used its statement to clarify its position and distance Kalonzo from claims of a possible arrangement with the President.

Wiper’s Earlier Denials

This is not the first time Wiper has rejected reports of a possible Ruto-Kalonzo political deal.

In July, Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua dismissed reports that Kalonzo had met Ruto to discuss working together in the 2027 election.

“For the record, my party leader has not had any such meeting with the President. Let me also clarify for the benefit of the country that the two have not had any talks whatsoever about working together in the next General Election.”

Wambua also disputed a video that had circulated online, saying it showed an earlier meeting involving Kalonzo and Ruto in March 2024 when the National Dialogue Committee presented its report.

Kalonzo has also previously said that he would only have a political conversation with Ruto after the 2027 presidential election, while calling for the contest to be conducted democratically.

Opposition Coalition Talks Continue

Wiper’s latest statement comes as opposition parties continue consultations over the 2027 presidential contest.

Kalonzo is among several opposition figures associated with discussions on a possible joint candidate. Other names mentioned in the ongoing political discussions include Gachagua, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, former Attorney General Justin Muturi and former Cabinet Secretary Martha Karua.

The opposition has yet to announce a single presidential candidate for the 2027 election.

For now, Wiper’s public position is that it has no political arrangement with Ruto, while discussions among opposition parties over their respective candidates and possible coalitions remain ongoing.

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Wiper Denies Secret Dealings With Ruto Ahead of 2027 Elections