A high-profile wedding in Nairobi has reignited speculation about former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i’s political future, particularly his potential run for the presidency in 2027. The ceremony, which saw Dr. Matiang’i’s daughter Wendy tie the knot with Frankline, attracted political heavyweights, including former President Uhuru Kenyatta. This was their first public appearance together since backing Azimio La Umoja’s Raila Odinga against President William Ruto in the 2022 elections.
Notable attendees included Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo, former ICT CS Joe Mucheru, and former Kisii Senator Sam Ongeri. Sources suggest Kenyatta encouraged Matiang’i to consider the presidency, emphasizing his competence and leadership capabilities.
United Progressive Alliance (UPA) national chairperson Nyambega Gisesa affirmed the party’s readiness to back Matiang’i, citing growing public support across Kenya. Meanwhile, Matiang’i’s supporters, particularly from the Gusii region, view his return to the public sphere as a rejuvenation of their political clout under his potential leadership.
Although the wedding avoided overt political discussions, it has stirred conversations on whether Matiang’i will rise as a unifying figure in Kenya’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections.
