Mumias East Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya has extended an olive branch to those he has offended, calling for unity among Kenyans.

In a statement on X on Monday, July 2, 2025, Salasya has stated that he has also forgiven those who have offended him.

“In the spirit of reconciliation and unity, I humbly seek forgiveness from anyone I may have wronged or offended, whether knowingly or unknowingly. May we find healing in mutual respect and shared hope,” he stated.

“With a sincere heart, I also forgive all those who may have wronged me in any way. Let us turn a new page together, guided not by bitterness but by the belief that our nation is strongest when we stand united,” he added.

Further, he  pledged to serve Kenyans with humility, integrity and dedication  if elected president in the 2027 general elections.,

“As I prepare to offer myself for the presidency in 2027, I make a solemn pledge to serve every Kenyan, regardless of tribe, religion, or political affiliation, with integrity, humility, and unwavering dedication. The journey ahead calls for leaders who listen, unite, and act boldly for the common good,” he stated.

Salasya announced that he will run for president in the 2027 general election, positioning himself as a fresh voice for a more inclusive and accountable Kenya.

Salasya’s presidential bid

Speaking on April 29, Salasya said he will launch his bid under a new political movement, yet to be named, that promises to break away from traditional politics driven by tribal alliances and money.

“Fellow Kenyans, I will contest the presidency in 2027 under a new movement—one built on the dreams of a fair, inclusive, and forward-looking Kenya,” Salasya said.

“This will not be a party of billionaires or tribal lords, but a movement of the people.”

The youthful MP called on Kenyans from all walks of life to join him in what he describes as a national rebirth.

“Let us make 2027 the year of Kenya’s rebirth,” he urged. “Let’s turn frustration into hope, despair into opportunity, and anger into action.”

If elected, Salasya pledged sweeping reforms, beginning with the healthcare system.

He promised to audit healthcare funding and ensure transparency and accountability, declaring that “health is not a luxury; it is a right.”

He also vowed to take a hard stance on corruption, describing it as “economic sabotage”.

“Every procurement will be done through a transparent, digital, and traceable system. Anti-corruption agencies will be empowered, and looters will be swiftly and justly held accountable,” he said.