Kibwezi West Member of Parliament Mwengi Mutuse has urged Wiper Democratic Movement leader Kalonzo Musyoka to work with President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Speaking during the handover of the Kiaoni Police Post and a public meeting at Kiaoni Market in Makueni County on July 23, 2026, Mutuse said Kalonzo should reconsider his political position before opportunities for collaboration with the government close.

“Siasa ya Kenya inataka kujipanga na kuona mbali. Tunataka tumwulize Kalonzo Musyoka, kabla hii mlango ya William Ruto haijafungwa, njoo tufanye kazi pamoja,” he said.

The legislator said political leaders should make decisions based on long-term interests, adding that Kenya’s political landscape continues to evolve as the country moves towards the next General Election.

Mutuse questions opposition plans

Mutuse said Kalonzo should carefully assess his role within the opposition, arguing that the coalition’s internal arrangements could leave him without the opportunity to contest the presidency.

“Hawa watu walikubetray wakati wa Kibaki… sai unaambiwa ukuwe Prime Minister wa watoto wadogo kwani wewe hauna macho ya kuona mbali. Usipoingia sisi tutaendelea bila wewe,” he said.

He referred to Kalonzo’s political journey during the administration of former President Mwai Kibaki, saying the Wiper leader should draw lessons from previous political agreements.

Mutuse also encouraged residents of Ukambani to support the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), saying the region stands to benefit from working with the national government.

Addressing residents, he urged them to support both his re-election bid and President Ruto in the next polls.

“I want you to do me one favour. If you vote for me, give Ruto votes too. If I get 500 votes, let William Ruto also get 500 votes here,” he said.

Kenya Kwanza leaders weigh in

The appeal was echoed by President Ruto’s aide Farouk Kibet, who also called on Kalonzo to work with the Kenya Kwanza administration.

“Kabla Kalonzo hajaangamia, mwambieni ashikane na huyu Mutuse watafutane na William Ruto watengeneze serikali,” Kibet said.

Mutuse also spoke about possible political alignments ahead of the 2027 election, saying discussions within the opposition could result in different leadership arrangements.

He referred to former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Kalonzo while discussing possible political formations ahead of the polls.

Focus shifts to 2027 politics

The Kiaoni meeting also featured criticism of Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua by several Kenya Kwanza leaders.

Likoni MP Mishi Mboko and Kitutu North MP Japheth Nyakundi criticised remarks they said could affect national cohesion and the country’s image.

The leaders used the forum to rally support for President Ruto’s re-election while highlighting government projects in the region.

The calls come as political activity continues to gather pace ahead of the 2027 General Election, with leaders from both the government and the opposition positioning themselves for expected realignments over the coming months.