Kalonzo rallies opposition leaders behind Wantam movement
By Mabonga Makhanu, August 27, 2025Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has issued a statement after holding a meeting with fellow opposition leaders at an undisclosed location.
In a post shared on his official page on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, Kalonzo was seen welcoming Democratic Congress Party leader Rigathi Gachagua and former Attorney General and Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi, with the leaders sharing light moments together.
Kalonzo noted that the meeting brought together key figures in the united opposition, including Rigathi Gachagua, Eugene Wamalwa, JB Muturi, Fred Matiang’i, and Saitoti Torome. He emphasised that their foremost agenda is the “Wantam” movement, underscoring the coalition’s unity of purpose.
“Today, the United Opposition gathers with clarity of purpose and unity of resolve. Alongside my brothers H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, EGH Eugene L Wamalwa, Hon. JB Muturi, Hon Fred Matiang’i, and Hon. Saitoti Torome, we stand together for one cause.” Kalonzo stated.
He further stressed that at this critical time, Kenyans deserve leadership and direction, adding that their mission goes beyond individual interests and is focused on safeguarding the future of the Republic and upholding the spirit of the 2010 Constitution.
“At this critical moment, Kenyans deserve leadership and direction. This is bigger than individuals, it’s about safeguarding the future of our Republic and upholding the promise of the 2010 Constitution.” Kalonzo stated
United opposition
This comes at a time when opposition leaders have united under one cause, with the aim of ensuring that the current Ruto-led regime remains a one-term government.
The group, which refers to itself as the United Opposition, is composed of leaders all eyeing the top seat but who have declared that, at the appropriate time, they will set aside their individual ambitions and rally behind a single candidate to challenge the President.
PLP leader Martha Karua, who is also a key member of the United Opposition, has echoed the same position, stating that she is ready to shelve her presidential ambitions in support of the chosen candidate. However, she made it clear that she will not accept to serve as anyone’s running mate.
This development comes as the former Deputy President returns to the country after a six-week tour of the United States.