Speaking on Saturday during a political rally in Kisii County that was attended by President William Ruto, Osoro dismissed Matiang’i’s presidential ambitions, arguing that Jubilee Party no longer has political life after exiting power.
Osoro told the crowd that Kenya’s political history clearly shows that parties which rule and later leave office often weaken and eventually collapse.
He claimed Jubilee was already on that path after former President Uhuru Kenyatta completed his tenure in 2022.
“History has taught us one thing. Once a party rules this country and leaves power, it slowly dies.
That is the reality of Kenyan politics,” Osoro said. “Jubilee ruled under Uhuru Kenyatta, and after that, it is heading to its political death.”
The South Mugirango MP questioned Matiang’i’s decision to associate himself with Jubilee, saying the party no longer enjoys national support and cannot mount a serious presidential campaign.
Osoro further accused opposition leaders of recycling old political vehicles instead of presenting fresh ideas and credible alternatives to Kenyans.
He said the ruling Kenya Kwanza administration remains focused on development and delivering its promises rather than engaging in what he termed as political experiments.
The legislator urged Kisii residents to remain firm in supporting President Ruto, stating that the government has laid down clear plans for economic growth, job creation and empowerment of the youth and small-scale traders.
President Ruto, who was also present at the rally, continued to drum up support for his administration in the Gusii region as the 2027 general election politics slowly begin to take shape.
Fred Matiang’i recently declared his intention to vie for the presidency under Jubilee Party, a move that has sparked debate across the political divide, with leaders allied to the government dismissing his bid as unrealistic.
The rally ended with leaders calling for unity and continued support for the current government agenda.