President William Ruto’s close aide, Farouk Kibet, has launched a scathing attack on former president Uhuru Kenyatta, alleging that Kenyatta is covertly financing opposition political activities aimed at destabilising the current government and scuppering its 2027
Kibet’s Claims at Rally
Speaking at a political rally in Kabaras, Kakamega County, on Wednesday, Kibet accused Kenyatta of funnelling funds to opposition groups and events, including rallies by ODM members, to sow division and weaken President Ruto’s governance record.
“Uhuru is releasing money to fund illegal politics. Why is he funding politics that are dividing Kenyans? He is using the money he took from Kenya,” Kibet said, warning that the government would “lock his money” and cut off the alleged funding stream.
While he did not provide concrete evidence of the alleged transfers, Kibet insisted that efforts by political rivals were “undermining national unity” and needed to be confronted decisively.
Rift Over Opposition Strategy
Kibet’s remarks come amid broader tensions within opposition circles over leadership and alliances ahead of the 2027 General Election.
At the centre of these divisions is the revival of the Jubilee Party, a political vehicle lately championed by Kenyatta, which some opposition figures see as an alternative to the current government and a means to challenge Ruto.
Meanwhile, leaders within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are also publicly divided. One faction aligned with party elders argues that Kenyatta’s involvement has destabilised their internal dynamics, while others see his influence as a potential boost to unite anti-government forces.
Other Leaders Echo Concern
Adding to the political heat, UDA leaders in Coast region have separately accused Kenyatta of backing opposition efforts to weaken the Ruto administration, demanding clarity on the former president’s role ahead of the 2027 polls.
Hassan Omar, UDA Secretary-General, said at a rally that former government influence in current politics reflects an attempt to regain power through proxy alliances rather than transparent political engagement.
Kenyatta’s Office Feedback
So far, Kenyatta’s office has not issued an official response to Kibet’s latest allegations.
However, it has previously warned the public against false statements circulating on social media about the former president’s political activities, pointing out verified communication channels for official viewpoints.
Political analysts say that as the election year approaches, political rhetoric, especially between current government loyalists and opposition figures, is likely to become more intense and public.
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