Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has opened up over his silence from the political discourse, stating that he took time off for a moment of self-reflection and consultation.

Nyoro was a staunch supporter of the government with his outspokenness and youthful bravado highly spoken of in the build-up to Kenyan Kwanza coming to power in 2022 and the early workings of the new government. During that time his famed slogan: “We are Kenyans and Kenya is our business’ gained traction with young from across the nation.

However, in stark contrast to what Kenyans had come to perceive of him, the MP has cut a rather silent figure, opting to take a back seat in the political discussions across the country.

Speaking on the backdrop of myriad political events, past and present, that transformed the local political landscape, the MP went poetical in his explanations, taking the moment to emphasise taking a back seat and reflection as a leader.

“I’ve been busy as a politician but I have also enjoyed a phase of quietness. When on the dance floor, politically speaking, there is loud music and you’re busy. You can’t know it is raining outside, wind is blowing or there is a storm,” he said.

“It is an experience I have shared with colleagues. Sometimes, as a leader, it’s better to depart the dance floor temporarily. You go to the balcony and also you learn.”

Many commentators argued that his political change coincided with the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in 2024, although Nyoro has been equally better engaged in the world of taking in knowledge.

The MP disclosed that he is pursuing two master’s degrees concurrently — one in economics and the other in finance in what could also explain his reduced role in matters politics.

He has emphasized on importance of learning, stressing that not for political purposes only but also for the crucial element of engagement.

“Learning may not mean you are consulting to outcompete or outdo anyone.  Learning may actually mean the dancing styles changes but you’re still fixed on the past ones. It may not come from political conversation but from social interactions. I wanted to keep in tandem with the expectations of the people of Kenya, he clarified.

Nyoro has however promised his readiness to engage Kenyans on issues affecting the nation hence forth.

“I’m available as I said before, especially in regards to Kiharu and for other forums that may be important to clarify some other issues, I will be available only that today, I wanted to clarify only on the issues I wanted to be clear on,” he concluded.