Fresh revelations from The Standard newspaper highlight former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo’s pivotal role in bridging divides within Kenya’s opposition ahead of the 2027 general election.
Obasanjo is reportedly mediating a truce between retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to create a formidable united front against President William Ruto.
Sources indicate the initiative gained momentum during a key meeting in Nigeria, attended by Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka.
The leaders reportedly agreed on the necessity of rallying behind a single, strong presidential candidate to challenge Ruto effectively.
The proposed Uhuru-Gachagua encounter is seen as crucial to dispel lingering mistrust and solidify opposition cohesion.
Insiders note that prior tensions—particularly Gachagua’s reluctance to engage Uhuru—have eased since the Lagos discussions.
Opposition figures are now attending joint meetings more consistently, with the public handshake between Uhuru and Gachagua expected to cement their alliance.
As one source close to Gachagua put it, such a meeting would rubber-stamp unity and signal a serious threat to Ruto’s re-election bid.
This “one-term plan” reflects growing efforts to consolidate fragmented opposition forces, including elements from Jubilee, DCP, and Wiper, in a strategic push to reclaim power in 2027.
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