National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has Speaker hinted at his own presidential ambitions in 2032 as he rallied the region to firmly back President Ruto for a second term, saying it would lay the foundation for future political succession.
“I have walked a long political journey. I cannot now come back to seek a Senate seat, a parliamentary seat, or a governorship. I am moving forward,” Wetang’ula told thousands of youths who gathered at his Namuyemba residence on Sunday.
He said leaders from Western Kenya must build strong national alliances as part of long-term political strategy.
“We must build friendships with other communities from the Coast, Luo Nyanza, the Rift Valley, and Mount Kenya. I want you to be my goodwill ambassadors as I prepare myself for the top job,” he said.
Wetang’ula, who is also the Ford Kenya Party leader, said his immediate priority is to support President Ruto’s re-election bid, describing their partnership as important for national stability and development.
“We are pushing President Ruto’s agenda; we are partners. Now we must work for his re-election in 2027, and then in 2032 it will be our turn. The best way to get there is by using the President’s goodwill,” he said.
