Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has made it clear that he will only meet President William Ruto under specific conditions, stressing that any engagement must align with national interests.
Speaking at a book launch on Saturday, March 15, 2025, Kalonzo firmly denied reports that he had secretly visited State House for discussions with Ruto. He dismissed the allegations as baseless propaganda designed to mislead Kenyans.
“Let them stop spreading lies that I have gone to State House to meet with Ruto. The misinformation is too much. I saw them claiming everywhere, ‘Oh, Kalonzo is now at State House.’ I told them to pray for me,” he remarked.
The former Vice President emphasized that he would only engage with Ruto if the discussions centered on appointing a credible Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperson capable of overseeing a transparent 2027 general election.
“I have no problem meeting if the agenda is about selecting an IEBC Chairman—someone who won’t be compromised. That is the only matter we can discuss,” he stated.
Beyond electoral reforms, Kalonzo ruled out any major political negotiations before 2027, insisting that he is focused on ensuring a democratic transition of power.
“As Uhuru Kenyatta handed over the sword to Ruto, we will meet Ruto on that day in 2027, and he will pass the instruments of power to us. That is the right and decent way to do things,” he affirmed.
Kalonzo also expressed confidence in defeating Ruto in the next election, asserting that the President’s popularity has significantly declined.
“To be honest, if elections were held today, would there really be a President called Ruto? Even he knows the truth. So they should stop panicking,” he declared.
His remarks signal a firm stance ahead of the 2027 polls, setting the stage for a highly contested political showdown.
