Uriri Member of Parliament Mark Nyamita openly dismissed Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) as a regional outfit with no national appeal.

Speaking during a political talk show aired by a local television station on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, Nyamita argued that despite Wiper’s long existence in Kenya’s multiparty space, the party has failed to broaden its base beyond one community.

“Wiper is a party that has been there for a long period of time, but it remains a village party. This is because it still draws its membership from one particular region. That’s a fact. It is still a community-based sort of a party,” Nyamita said.

The remarks touch on the recurring challenge of ethnic-based politics in Kenya, where many political parties are perceived to be anchored in specific regions or communities rather than spreading their influence across the country.

Nyamita’s position adds to growing voices questioning the strength of opposition parties in offering a credible alternative to the government.

United Opposition

Turning his attention to the broader opposition formation, the Uriri lawmaker was categorical that the much-talked-about coalition is shaky and unsustainable. “I don’t know if there is anything that exists called united opposition. Hate cannot bring you together for a very long time. United Opposition is a group of political leaders united by hate against the president, William Ruto and the progress of Kenya,” he remarked.

Nyamita added that the cracks already visible in the opposition were inevitable, since what brought them together was not shared ideology but resentment. According to him, unity built on such a foundation cannot last.

The MP also singled out the Democratic Change Party (DCP), a formation that entered the scene with heavy publicity. He claimed the party has not lived up to expectations, saying it has not presented a single strong alternative to Kenyans. “DCP that was launched with hype but has failed to present a credible candidate,” Nyamita observed.

His comments reflect a rising debate over whether Kenya’s opposition can truly consolidate into a formidable front. For now, Nyamita’s blunt assessment paints a picture of an opposition weakened by internal differences and reliance on personality-driven rather than issue-based politics.