The Kenya Kwanza leaders warned the former Head of State that returning to active politics could cost him the retirement benefits he receives from the state.
Members of Parliament allied to President Ruto dismissed Mr. Kenyatta’s claim that it had now been proven he was right about Ruto’s leadership, insisting that the current government has strengthened the economy and improved services for citizens.
“We passed a bill granting the retired president benefits. If Uhuru continues with what he is doing, we will scrap those benefits,” said Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei.
This fiery exchange comes in the wake at a Jubilee delegates’ meeting in Nairobi, Mr. Kenyatta said he had intended to step down, but interference in his party by the government forced him to stay on.
“I handed over power peacefully. I expected the same for our party. But they sent people to steal the party, so I decided to stay,” he said.
His speech signaled a major political comeback and hinted at a possible revival of the Jubilee Party, including the possibility that it could field candidates nationwide in the 2027 elections.
Mr. Kenyatta strongly defended his administration’s record in health, education, and infrastructure, a move that showed not only a personal effort to reclaim the honor of his legacy, but also a broader attempt to position Jubilee Party within the opposition.
President Ruto’s allies expressed concern over Mr. Kenyatta’s re-entry into politics, saying Jubilee could become a new hub for the opposition.
In a surprising twist, some opposition leaders supported Kenyatta’s remarks, saying there is a need for an alternative voice in government. Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi said:
“Uhuru has every right to defend himself. Those attacking him are afraid of the truth.”
These angry exchanges indicate that the political battles between Kenyatta and his successor are far from over, with the 2027 election season already heating up.