Eliud Owalo unveils People Prosperity Party
By Ndiritu Wanjiru, July 8, 2026Former ICT Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo has officially unveiled the People’s Prosperity Party (PPP), declaring that he will seek the presidency in the 2027 General Election on the party’s ticket.
Speaking during the launch held at the Ustawi House in Nairobi on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, Owalo announced that he would be flying the People’s Prosperity Party flag in the 2027 presidential election.
“I want to congratulate Kenya’s new political party, the People’s Prosperity Party, on this auspicious unveiling. I would also want to thank the PPP party for welcoming me to be the chief guest and to unveil the party’s headquarters, Ustawi House, the head office and the secretariat for the PPP party,” Owalo said.
Owalo declares presidential ambitions
Addressing supporters at the launch, Owalo announced he would fly the People’s Prosperity Party flag in the 2027 presidential election.
“Today, I officially announce that I intend to seek the presidency of the Republic of Kenya on the People’s Prosperity Party ticket,” Owalo declared to applause from supporters.
A new political movement
Owalo’s formal entry into the presidential race came months after leaving President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
The party, whose slogan is “Ustawi kwa Wote“, also unveiled its headquarters, Ustawi House, which will serve as the party’s national office and secretariat.
Owalo said the People’s Prosperity Party is founded on the principle of ensuring prosperity reaches every Kenyan, with the slogan “Ustawi kwa Wote” reflecting its commitment to inclusive economic growth and shared national development.
He said the party seeks to provide an alternative leadership focused on creating jobs, lowering the cost of living, empowering young people and promoting accountable governance.
The unveiling of Ustawi House was presented as the beginning of the party’s nationwide operations as it prepares to recruit members and establish structures across the country ahead of the 2027 elections.
Break from UDA
The launch comes months after Owalo severed ties with the ruling UDA party, signalling his decision to pursue an independent political path.
His entry into the race adds to the growing list of leaders positioning themselves for the 2027 presidential contest as political realignments continue to gather pace.
With the official launch of the People’s Prosperity Party and the declaration of his presidential bid, Owalo has now set the stage for a national campaign under the banner of “Ustawi kwa Wote”, seeking to persuade Kenyans that his new political outfit offers a fresh vision for the country’s future.