Wahome Thuku predicts what might happen if Kalonzo and Matiang’i dumped Gachagua
By David Nthua, December 8, 2025Lawyer and political analyst Wahome Thuku has downplayed the perceived influence of Rigathi Gachagua, the leader of the Democracy for Citizens’ Party, in the Mt Kenya region.
Taking to his Facebook page, Wahome advised that nothing much would change even if Wiper Patriotic Front boss Kalonzo Musyoka and Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i were to dump Gachagua.
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He argued that the DCP leader holds limited sway in what he described as the wider Murima voting bloc.
Wahome noted that the region’s political mood has shifted sharply in recent seasons, making old assumptions about mobilisation less reliable.
Limited influence claims
In his post, Wahome suggested that the region could still vote independently regardless of who campaigns there.
“If Kalonzo Musyoka and Fred Matiangi decided to sideline Riggy G and even decided never to campaign anywhere in Mt Kenya, the truth is that Mt Kenya would still wake up on the voting day and head to the polling stations and vote for either Kalonzo, Matiangi or Ruto,” Wahome posted on Facebook.
He added that Boniface Mwangi remains the only other candidate from the region likely to feature on the ballot.
Wahome went on to argue that the two leaders would not struggle to win support from Mt Kenya even without extensive mobilisation.
“Kalonzo and Matiangi do not even need anyone to mobilise voters for them in Molima, Kenya. The mountain has no choice but to wake up and vote for either of them.”
His remarks stirred debate online, with some supporters agreeing that the region is no longer tied to traditional political networks.
Others insisted that local endorsements still matter, especially in competitive election cycles.
Wahome framed his argument as a reflection of voter fatigue and a desire for new national conversations beyond regional loyalties.
Worst moment warning
Wahome also issued a warning about the current political climate in the region.
“Mt Kenya, we are at our worst moment in the history of elections in this country,” Thuku said.
His view suggested that repeated political fractures and rising internal tensions have left many residents disillusioned.
He concluded that the region is approaching a critical moment where voters may choose based on national priorities rather than local alliances.
His post has since drawn widespread reactions as the country edges closer to the next political season.