Keen political observers who have followed Mr Mudavadi’s political remarks lately will concur that he has consistently upheld a gentlemanly demeanour in Kenya’s often muddy political landscape. His words are not mere rhetoric, they are well-calculated to pass weighty political messages. At a church function in Bondo a few months ago, he hinted at a significant upcoming event. Experts say his statements in Bondo alluded to Raila Odinga’s candidature for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission at a time when few knew anything about it
By The Weekly Vision Team
Kenyans were left in a state of confusion last week when Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi talked of an earthquake during a public function, leaving them to speculate about what could be cooking politically. Mr. Mudavadi has a track record of making political statements and predictions that consistently turn out to be true.
Keen political observers who have closely followed Mudavadi’s political remarks lately will concur that he has consistently upheld a gentlemanly demeanour in Kenya’s often muddy political landscape. His words are not mere rhetoric; they are well-calculated to pass weighty political messages.
In the run-up to the last general elections, Mudavadi made a commitment to Kenyans regarding a looming earthquake, and as anticipated, his decision to set aside his presidential ambitions in support of William Ruto was, without a doubt, an earthquake. The announcement to drop out of the presidential race paved the way for William Ruto to secure victory in the 2022 presidential elections.
At another function in Bondo ACK church a few months ago, Mudavadi hinted at a significant upcoming event. Experts say his statements in Bondo alluded to Raila Odinga’s candidature for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission at a time when few knew anything about it.
Just last week, Mudavadi pledged to make another groundbreaking announcement, causing a flurry of speculation among his supporters. According to analysts, Mudavadi’s statement was in connection with the 2027 elections, where he is being considered as a potential running mate to William Ruto. DP Gachagua and his inner circle were completely caught off guard by this announcement, prompting them to question his motives.
It is important to note that many people are unaware of former president Uhuru Kenyatta’s game plan during his now-famous handshake with Raila Odinga. Mr Kenyatta’s plan then was for Musalia Mudavadi to run for the presidency against William Ruto, with Raila Odinga serving as the Prime Minister.
However, due to the support William Ruto enjoyed across the country, the plan was hastily modified to pull out Musalia and bring in Raila Odinga, whom Mr. Kenyatta believed was the only one who could counter Ruto’s influence. A political expert posited that the impending earthquake could signify the likelihood of Kenya Kwanza affiliates uniting. Is it possible that Musalia Mudavadi has been convinced to disband his ANC party in exchange for the prospect of being Ruto’s running mate in 2027? Those who have been attentively observing political events in Kenya Kwanza will agree that President Ruto has been pushing for the amalgamation of affiliate parties, including Musalia’s ANC. Could the earthquake signify the coming together of Mudavadi and Ruto through a merger deal, wherein Mudavadi is promised benefits in 2027 as a running mate?
Is it possible that Raila Odinga could also be considering forming a coalition with William Ruto’s UDA or exploring the option of collaborating with Kenya Kwanza? Nothing has been confirmed yet. Rumours are circulating of an upcoming cabinet reshuffle, with the possibility of Raila Odinga’s close allies being offered cabinet positions. Analysts now ponder whether this could be the earthquake Musalia was talking about.
