Saboti Member of Parliament (MP) Caleb Amisi has stated that the ongoing rallies in Kisii, led by former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, will play a pivotal role in shaping the 2027 political landscape.

The rallies, which have already attracted significant attention, are seen as a crucial moment for political realignment not just in the region but nationally, especially after Matiang’i declared his intention to vie for the presidency in the 2027 General Election.

Taking to his official X account on Friday, May 2, 2025, Amisi emphasised that Matiang’i’s political events are more than regional gatherings, describing them as key indicators of the country’s shifting political dynamics.

He added that Matiang’i’s influence and his ability to mobilise support in Kisii could significantly affect coalition formations and voter sentiments as the next election approaches.

“Matiang’i Kisii rallies will determine a lot on the decision 2027 lineup,” Amisi said.

The rallies are expected to draw thousands of supporters, and political observers are closely watching how Matiang’i’s message resonates with the public.

Matiangi kisii rallies will determine a lot on the decision 2027 lineup.

Kenya needs a Renaissance!

— Hon. Caleb Amisi, MP (@Honcalebamisi) May 2, 2025

Matiang’i meets opposition

Matiang’i on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, joined the Kalonzo-led opposition team, marking his first-ever political meeting to display publicly since returning to the country.

While details of the meeting remain unclear, the high-profile gathering of prominent political figures signals potential realignments ahead of the 2027 general election.

The meeting was also attended by People’s Liberation Party (PLP) party leader Martha Karua, Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) party leader Eugine Wamalwa, Mukhisa Kituyi, Justin Muturi, and former Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi.

Karua, through her official X account, posted a photo of them after the meeting welcoming Matiang’i, Muturi, Linturi, and Kituyi, hinting at joining forces with them at the People’s Loyal Coalition.

“Welcoming our brothers ⁦@DrFredMatiang, @skmusyoka, @rigathi, and @EugeneLWamalwa,” she wrote.

On the other side, Gachagua and Kalonzo welcomed Matiang’i, Muturi, and Linturi to their team, emphasising that they are on the right side of history as they join the movement to liberate Kenya.

“The team to liberate Kenya gets bigger every day. Welcome, Dr Fred Matiangi, Hon. JB Muturi, and Hon. Mithika Linturi. You are on the right side of history,” Gachagua posted.

“A very good morning and welcome onboard. This is the team that will komboa Kenya,” Kalonzo said.

However, Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka, who had been representing Matiang’i when he was still abroad, had already met the opposition team on several occasions.