Roots Party leader and 2022 presidential aspirant George Wajackoyah has pledged his political allegiance to Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli.

Taking to his official X account on Sunday, February 8, 2026, Atwoli revealed that Wajackoyah had reaffirmed his loyalty to the Luhya nation during a courtesy visit to his Ildamat home in Kajiado County.

“Today, George Wajackoyah visited me at my Ildamat home, in my capacity as a Luhya elder, to affirm his loyalty,” Atwoli stated.

Sheep gift

During the informal meeting, Wajackoyah presented Atwoli with a sheep, which the veteran trade unionist has termed a traditional symbol of respect and allegiance in Luhya culture.

Atwoli further revealed Wajackoyah had committed to follow his guidance as an elder on political matters affecting the Luhya community.

According to Atwoli, the Roots Party leader and veteran lawyer has vowed to follow any political direction that he will provide for the Luhya nation ahead of the 2027 General Elections.

“He has given me a strong assurance that he will abide by any political direction that I shall provide for the Luhya nation. He brought with himself a traditionally acceptance symbol, a sheep,” Atwoli wrote on X.

Wajackoyah’s presidential ambition

Wajackoyah, who is eyeing the 2027 presidency, recently revealed plans to make voter registration mandatory alongside the issuance of government identification and driving licences, should he be elected to succeed President William Ruto.

In a statement made during an interview with K24 Television on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, Wajackoyah said the measure would streamline registration, curb misuse of special budgets, and ensure all eligible citizens participate in elections. Wajackoyah explained how quickly he would act if elected president.

“This is what I will do if I become the president in the first year; I will make voter registration compulsory,” he said.

He clarified that the legislation he intends to push through Parliament would link voter registration directly to the issuance of IDs and driving licences.

“I will make sure that legislation is passed that if you reach the age of maturity, before you get your ID or driving licence, you must also apply to register as a voter. But if you get your ID or driving licence, they cannot be functional unless you register as a voter,” Wajackoyah said.