Nairobi County Democracy for the Citizens’ Party (DCP) patron, Irungu Nyakera has said the opposition’s primary responsibility is not only to settle on a presidential candidate but also to restore hope among Kenyans ahead of the next general election.

In a statement shared on his X account on Friday, July 3, 2026, Nyakera said the opposition should remain focused on unity and the broader interests of the country as discussions on leadership continue.

“The opposition’s task is not just to choose a candidate but to restore hope,” he said.

Gachagua’s remarks on Kalonzo’s presidency

Nyakera also welcomed remarks by his party leader, Rigathi Gachagua, expressing confidence in a candidate he believes can serve Kenyans selflessly.

“I am encouraged that my party leader, Rigathi Gachagua, has expressed confidence in a candidate he believes can serve Kenyans selflessly. May unity prevail,” Nyakera stated.

This comes weeks after the Wiper Patriotic Front leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka vowed to keep his promise to Kenyans as he embarks on his presidential campaign ahead of the 2027 anticipated elections.

In a statement on his official X account on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, Kalonzo, who recently launched his campaign platform, highlighted key measures he will put into consideration once elected.

According to Kalonzo, his administration will have a predictable and sustainable taxation and revenue-sharing policy that is people-centred.

“We won’t just lip-sync and make promises to you that will never be honoured. Our administration shall have a predictable and sustainable taxation and revenue-sharing policy that is people-centred. We came to write a different budget entirely, one built on the principle that in the Republic of Kenya, the government serves the people,” Kalonzo stated.

Kalonzo’s campaign

Kalonzo recently launched his campaign platform, marking a significant step in Kalonzo’s preparations for the 2027 General Election as political leaders across the country begin positioning themselves ahead of the highly anticipated contest.

With the slogan “Tukomboe Kenya,” Kalonzo’s campaign seeks to rally Kenyans around a platform focused on economic recovery, accountability, and inclusive development.

The campaign platform outlines Kalonzo’s vision in a thirteen-point presidential agenda, which includes ending corruption, health for all, and respect for human rights and freedom.