President Uhuru Kenyatta's Meru point man, Kiraitu Murungi, has expressed doubts about the idea behind the formation of the Jubilee Party, which is currently experiencing mass defections.
Murungi, who was instrumental in the formation of the party, stated, "The idea was and remains noble - to unite Kenyans into one political vehicle. But Kenyans are not ready for such a big party," according to the Standard.
Noah Wekesa, another leader who played a key role in the formation of the Jubilee Party, shared similar sentiments. He noted that forming a coalition with smaller parties would undermine the efforts to create a unified party, saying "It serves no purpose to have a coalition with other parties now, it takes back our efforts to have one united party."
Context and Response ¶
The comments from Murungi and Wekesa come at a time when the Jubilee Party is facing a mass exodus of aspirants joining the opposition and other smaller parties, citing unfairness in the upcoming party primaries.
Several parties, including ODM, Chama Cha Mashinani, KANU, and Maendeleo Chap Chap, have benefited from the defections.
Consequences ¶
The doubts expressed by Murungi and Wekesa may indicate a shift in the political landscape, potentially affecting the Jubilee Party's chances in future elections.
The recovered account cited reporting by Tuko.
