Kuria argued that many politicians within UDA are only remaining in the party temporarily while privately reconsidering their political futures.
His remarks came shortly after Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang'ata publicly stated that he would not defend his gubernatorial seat using a UDA ticket in the next election.
Although Kang’ata clarified that he would remain in UDA until the end of his current term, he stopped short of revealing which political party he intends to join before 2027.
Reacting to the governor’s position, Kuria suggested that Kang’ata’s future political direction is already becoming clear, predicting that he will eventually join Gachagua’s camp.
“Kang’ata has at least been honest enough to say he will not use the UDA ticket in 2027,” Kuria reportedly stated while criticizing leaders he accused of pretending to remain loyal to parties they secretly plan to abandon.
The former Gatundu South MP further argued that politicians should openly communicate their intentions to voters instead of maintaining what he described as politically convenient silence.
Political analysts say Kuria’s comments highlight growing tensions within UDA as succession politics and regional influence battles intensify ahead of the next election cycle.
Observers also note that Gachagua’s increasing political activity appears to be reshaping conversations within the Mt Kenya region, where loyalty to President William Ruto and the ruling coalition is facing growing scrutiny from some local leaders.
Kuria’s prediction is likely to fuel further speculation about possible political realignments in central Kenya, especially as dissatisfaction among certain UDA leaders becomes more visible in public.
Supporters of Gachagua view the developments as evidence that his influence remains strong despite his fallout with sections of the Kenya Kwanza leadership.
However, UDA allies continue to dismiss claims of internal collapse, insisting that the party remains stable and united behind President Ruto’s leadership agenda.
The debate surrounding Kang’ata’s political future and Kuria’s predictions reflects broader uncertainty within Kenya’s political landscape as parties begin positioning themselves for coalition negotiations and electoral contests ahead of 2027.