Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has officially parted ways with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and aligned himself with the People’s Party of Kenya, signaling a shift to the opposition camp ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Nyoro stated that he and his supporters had distanced themselves from the ruling party well before the formal switch. "For the avoidance of doubt, you all know we left government a long time ago and disassociated ourselves with UDA," he affirmed.

The MP welcomed the opportunity to join the People’s Party of Kenya, which he described as now part of the opposition coalition. He emphasized that the party would be open to opposition aspirants intending to contest the upcoming elections.

Extensive Consultations with Opposition Leaders

Before making the move, Nyoro engaged in detailed discussions with multiple opposition figures. These included former Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya, People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua, Siaya Governor James Orengo, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, and Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka. He also mentioned nearly year-long consultations with former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i.

Reflections on Governance and Political Direction

Nyoro, once a key figure in President William Ruto’s camp and chairperson of the National Assembly’s Budget and Appropriations Committee, reflected on the challenges of governance compared to campaigning. He noted that delivering on promises after elections is the true test for leaders.

He expressed disappointment with certain phases of the current administration, describing early years as marked by "trial and error," an experience that has influenced his current political stance.

Looking forward, Nyoro indicated that his focus would shift towards governance issues impacting ordinary Kenyans rather than electoral politics alone. He urged opposition leaders to clarify their plans for the country should they win the next election, promising to later outline key priorities for the opposition’s agenda.