Mudavadi: Ruto will win second term in 2027

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has expressed confidence that President William Ruto will secure a second term in the 2027 General Election, telling opposition leaders that winning the country's top seat requires more than political rallies and public declarations.

Speaking during the official unveiling of the new Sikhendu Secondary School Classroom Complex in Kiminini, Trans Nzoia, Mudavadi said those seeking to unseat President Ruto should not underestimate the challenge ahead, insisting elections are won through service delivery, public trust and sustained engagement with wananchi.

He also called for a peaceful and petition-free election in 2027, saying prolonged election disputes have repeatedly delayed development programmes and deepened political divisions.

"I want 2027 to be petition-free. We do not want petitions because they delay many things, especially development, and they divide the people," Mudavadi said.

He said Kenya should conduct a free, fair and credible election whose outcome is accepted by all parties to allow the country to immediately focus on development and economic growth.

According to Mudavadi, previous election disputes have consumed valuable time that could otherwise have been spent implementing development programmes and improving livelihoods.

"Our target should be to ensure President Ruto wins the 2027 election without petitions. Once that is achieved, the rest will follow because the country can concentrate on development," he said.

The Prime Cabinet Secretary dismissed the chances of opposition leaders seeking to challenge Ruto, saying they would struggle to convince Kenyans.

"I want to tell those moving around in the opposition that they will not succeed. We told Kenyans President Ruto would win the last election and he did. I am telling you again that in 2027 he will win," Mudavadi said.

He further stated that he was focused on helping President Ruto secure re-election rather than pursuing personal political ambitions.

"I do not want to be seen as someone jostling for positions. My effort now is to ensure the President wins. At the right time, I also have my own ambitions, but for now our priority is President Ruto's victory," he said.

Mudavadi argued that the presidency cannot be won through rhetoric alone, saying leadership is earned through a record of service, delivery of development projects and the confidence of the electorate.

Those who imagine that winning the presidency is an easy undertaking will discover the realities on the ground. Elections are won by building trust, delivering results and remaining connected to the aspirations of citizens," he said.

His remarks came during the commissioning of the Sikhendu Secondary School Classroom Complex, which comprises seven classrooms and an administration block.

Mudavadi described investment in education as one of the most important ways of preparing the country's future workforce, saying improved learning facilities would enhance the quality of education while easing congestion in schools.

"Every classroom we build creates new opportunities for young people to learn, grow and contribute to Kenya's development," he said.

He said the new classrooms and administration block would provide students with a better learning environment while strengthening school management.

Beyond the education project, Mudavadi used the occasion to rally support for national unity ahead of the next General Election.

He urged Kenyans to uphold peace and cohesion during the campaign period, expressing hope that the country would avoid the prolonged political disputes that have characterised previous election cycles.

According to Mudavadi, a peaceful and decisive electoral process would provide the stability needed to attract investment, accelerate infrastructure projects, create jobs and sustain economic growth.

He said avoiding lengthy court battles over presidential results would allow both the government and citizens to focus on implementing development programmes instead of spending years in political uncertainty.

Mudavadi maintained that Kenya's progress depends on peaceful elections, strong institutions and leaders who remain focused on delivering services to wananchi rather than engaging in prolonged political contests.