United Opposition’s upcoming itinerary for Isiolo and Meru counties
By Mabonga Makhanu, May 9, 2026Peter Munya’s Party of National Unity (PNU) has announced a United Opposition’s four-day political tour across Meru and Isiolo counties, scheduled to run from May 20 to May 24, 2026.
In a statement shared by the party on its social media pages on Friday, May 8, 2026, the tour, themed “Twende Kazi”, will feature a series of public engagements, rallies, and community meetings aimed at mobilising support in the region.
The programme will begin on May 20 in Meru County with a busy itinerary starting at Gakoromone in Meru town, followed by stops in Chaaria, Mitunguu, Kieni kia Ndege (Igoji), Nkubu, and Kariene. The day is expected to focus on grassroots mobilisation and direct engagement with residents in key trading centres.
“Meru Isiolo United Opposition tour 20TH – 24TH, MAY 2026 • Gakoromone (Meru town) — 10am • Chaaria — 12 pm • Mitunguu — 1 pm • Kieni kia Ndege (Igoji) — 2 pm • Nkubu — 3pm • Kariene — 4pm”, PNU stated
United Opposition’s itinerary
On May 21, the tour will proceed to Kagaene, Mikinduri, Kianjai, Ruiri, and later, Isiolo, where leaders are expected to address issues affecting both Meru and Isiolo counties.
The following day, May 22, the team will continue engagements in Laare, Mutuati, Kiengu, Maua, and Maili Tatu and conclude the day in Muthara, with a focus on strengthening local political structures and community outreach.
On May 23, the leaders will hold a media engagement, followed by a church service in Meru town and an elders’ meeting, where cultural and leadership consultations are expected to take place.
Conclusion of the tour
The tour will conclude on May 24 with a Sunday service at Kinoru in Meru town before wrapping up with a public rally at Makutano, which is expected to draw large crowds and mark the climax of the regional tour.
This comes at a time when the united opposition is being accused of not going far away from the mountain; it has been accused of rotating in the Mt Kenya region and not putting focus on other regions.