Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has declared that he cannot be bought or compromised politically, insisting that he will remain firm in defending Kenyans’ interests despite what he termed growing attempts to lure opposition figures into government alliances.

Speaking on Sunday, May 31, 2026, during a church service at AIC Kyanda Church ahead of the Linda Mwananchi rally in Machakos, Sifuna defended his political integrity, warning that Kenyans have been “misled before” by leaders who later switched allegiances after joining government.

Sifuna dismissed claims that opposition leaders are susceptible to political inducements or negotiations behind closed doors.

“Nimesikia vile mnaongea nyinyi, na ninajua nyinyi ni waoga, mnaogopa viongozi. Mmedanganywa mara mingi,” he said.

He accused Kenyans of being repeatedly deceived by leaders who initially opposed government policies but later joined the ruling side after political deals.

“Tumeona wanaODM wengine walikuwa wanasema hawatawahi patana na Ruto lakini leo hii wako kwa serikali yake wanakula. Hiyo ndiyo maana wakenya wanaogopa,” he added.

Sifuna rules out being bribed

Sifuna, however, insisted that he would not follow that path, declaring that he had no “price tag” in politics.

“Hiyo ndiyo maana wakenya wanaogopa. Wanasema huyu Sifuna tunamuunga mkono lakini wakifika bei yake itakuwa aje. Nataka leo niwamalizie hiyo uoga. Niwaambie mimi Sifuna, na ninarudia hapa kwa madhabau, nyinyi mtanunuliwa kabla ya mimi ninunuliwe. Na nilisikia mwingine alisema aliwaitisha Ksh9 billion, nataka niwaambie hakuna bei ya Sifuna,” Sifuna said.

The senator also dismissed reports alleging that he had demanded billions of shillings in exchange for political alignment, terming the claims baseless and malicious.

“Na nilisikia mwingine alisema aliwaitisha Ksh9 billion, nataka niwaambie hakuna bei ya Sifuna,” he said.

He further challenged those making the allegations to attempt to influence him financially, saying no amount of money would change his political stance.

“Hata waende treasury watoe hiyo pesa yote waniletee, sisi ndio tutakuwa in charge ya hiyo treasury chini ya miezi kumi na nne, sasa ni pesa gani unaeza nipatia?” he posed.

Firm stand ahead of political season

Sifuna’s remarks come at a time of heightened political mobilisation ahead of the Finance Bill 2026 debates and growing opposition campaigns under the Linda Mwananchi movement.

The movement has recently intensified its criticism of President William Ruto’s administration, particularly on issues related to taxation, public spending, and governance.

Sifuna’s statement is aimed at reinforcing his position within opposition ranks as internal and external political realignments continue to take shape ahead of the 2027 election cycle.

Reiterating his commitment, Sifuna vowed not to abandon his political principles or the electorate he represents.

“Mimi nitasimama imara, sitawaangusha,” he said.