Gachagua is brewing after Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi openly criticised leaders of the United Opposition, arguing that their current strategy may not be strong enough to defeat President William Ruto in the next general election.
Amisi, a vocal lawmaker allied to the Linda Mwananchi political wave, did not hold back as he questioned the seriousness of opposition leaders in sustaining pressure on the government.
His comments were directed at key figures within the opposition coalition, including former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka.
According to the Saboti MP, removing an incumbent president requires consistent engagement with voters across the country, something he believes the opposition is currently failing to achieve.
Amisi argued that occasional rallies followed by long periods of silence cannot build the kind of national momentum needed to challenge a sitting government.
In his remarks, he suggested that opposition leaders must dramatically increase their political activities if they hope to mobilize citizens and gain widespread support before the next election cycle.
“You cannot hold a few rallies today and then disappear for days or even weeks,” Amisi said in remarks that have since sparked widespread debate online.
He insisted that serious campaigns require constant presence among citizens in towns, villages, and counties across the country.
The outspoken legislator warned that if the current pattern continues, the opposition could easily lose the political advantage they are trying to build.
Observers note that Amisi’s remarks highlight growing internal debate within opposition circles about how best to challenge the ruling administration.
In recent months, political gatherings organised by opposition leaders have attracted significant crowds in some regions. However, critics argue that such events need to happen more frequently and across a broader geographic area to translate into electoral success.
The comments also come at a time when Kenya’s political environment is gradually heating up as leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the next general election.
Political analysts say early strategy discussions are common as different factions attempt to shape the direction of future campaigns.
For now, Amisi’s blunt assessment has added a new layer of pressure on opposition leaders, with supporters and critics alike debating whether his warning could push them to rethink their strategy.
