NLP leader Muli urges Kalonzo to unite Ukambani ahead of 2027 elections

In the letter titled “Before We Talk to Kenya, Let’s Talk to Each Other,” Muli urged Kalonzo and other Ukambani political players to close ranks and form a united regional coalition, warning that continued divisions would weaken the community’s bargaining power on the national stage.

Muli said he had faced criticism and accusations of being a “traitor,” “spoiler” and “President Ruto’s proxy,” but maintained that his position was driven by a desire to secure political and economic relevance for the region

“I accept all of them, if accepting them buys Ukambani one more day of truth,” Muli wrote.

The NLP leader appeared to reference recent political rhetoric associated with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his allies, arguing that the narrative surrounding voting blocs and political strength had historically disadvantaged the Kamba community.

“The truth is this: H.E. Gachagua and his people are advancing a narrative that someone with 5 million votes cannot support one with 3 million,” the letter stated.

According to Muli, Ukambani leaders have for decades approached national political negotiations while fragmented, allowing larger voting blocs to dominate power-sharing arrangements.

In the appeal addressed directly to Kalonzo, Muli framed his call as a plea for regional survival rather than personal political gain.

“I write to you today not as a Party Leader, or your rival, and not as anyone’s proxy, but as a Kamba son whose only loyalty is to the graves of our fathers who died thirsty while waiting for promises of water,” he wrote.

The NLP boss proposed a broad alliance bringing together Wiper, NLP and other political formations from Machakos, Kitui and Makueni counties, saying unity would help the region negotiate more effectively for development and national leadership opportunities.

“Let NLP, Wiper and all Ukambani political parties and leaders shake hands and form a coalition for the sake of the community,” he said.

Muli further argued that a united Ukambani voting bloc could grow into a decisive national force capable of influencing future presidential coalitions and potentially producing a Kamba president.

“A divided Ukambani is two million votes that others lease every five years. A united Ukambani is the seed of a five million vote bloc,” he stated.

The letter comes amid intensifying political realignments across the country as opposition figures and regional leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 elections.