Senator Sigei: Gachagua’s impeachment has no impact on Mt Kenya votes
By Kiprono Keileb, April 9, 2026Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei has said that the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is unlikely to influence how voters in Mt Kenya make decisions in the upcoming 2027 general elections.
Speaking on a political talk show hosted by a local television station on Thursday, April 9, 2026, Sigei explained that youth and voters across the mountain and other regions are prioritising governance over ethnic or tribal considerations.
Sigei explained that the voting patterns in Mt Kenya are no longer guaranteed by traditional political loyalties, and many residents are focusing on the delivery of promises and services rather than historical affiliations.
“Kenyans will now realize that Rigathi’s impeachment has nothing to do with voters in the Mount Kenya region. People will come to the realisation that young Kenyans do not care about their mother tongue, and they want proper governance in this country. They will vote for the person who has the ideas they want implemented to serve the people of Kenya,” Sigei said.
Senator Sigei further emphasised that political campaigns must now appeal to issues and ideas rather than relying on ethnic identity or long-standing allegiances. This shift, she noted, reflects a growing awareness among citizens about their role in shaping governance and holding leaders accountable.
Sigei also pointed out that President William Ruto’s performance and future promises will likely be the primary determinants of voter choices in the 2027 elections, rather than loyalty to any single political figure.
“I am looking at the competition between President William Ruto of 2027 with what he will have done to Kenyans and what he still plans to do, including the promises he will make and do,” Sigei noted.
The Senator further warned that tribal narratives and slogans such as “mtu wangu” or “watu wangu” are losing relevance among the electorate, particularly younger voters who are focused on tangible results and accountability.
“We will get rid of these tribal things like mtu wangu, watu wangu, among other things,” Senator Sigei stated.
Senator Sigei added that he anticipates a contest in the 2027 elections centred on President William Ruto’s track record, including the promises he has fulfilled and those he intends to deliver. He further emphasised that voters will base their decisions on tangible performance and results rather than tribal affiliations or regional loyalties.
“I am looking at the competition between President William Ruto of 2027 with what he will have done to Kenyans and what he still plans to do, including the promises he will make and do,” Sigei stated.