Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi has defended Siaya Governor James Orengo's constitutional right to contest the presidency, while arguing that Kenya's younger generation is ready to lead what he called the country's 'fourth liberation.' Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, Amisi cautioned against politicizing Orengo's ambitions and stressed that no one is owed the presidency, adding that every citizen may seek office under any political formation.

Businessman and Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi cautioned the United Opposition against selecting Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka as its presidential candidate for the upcoming election. In a radio interview, Wanjigi expressed that Musyoka lacks the inspiration and drive necessary for significant political causes, a conclusion he reached after collaborating with him during Raila Odinga's 2017 campaign. Wanjigi emphasized his honesty about Musyoka's capabilities despite their friendship.

Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has said he is willing to serve as Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's running mate in Kenya's 2027 presidential election if opposition strategy shows Sifuna offers the strongest chance of defeating President William Ruto. Speaking at a town hall meeting with Kenyans in the diaspora in Spokane, Washington, Gachagua urged opposition figures to embrace flexible power-sharing arrangements, saying he is ready to step aside for any leader with the numbers to unseat the current administration.

Kenyan opposition figures Edwin Sifuna and Kalonzo Musyoka are advocating for a single joint opposition candidate to challenge in the 2027 presidential election, according to Capital FM. Their meeting comes amid mounting pressure on opposition parties to unite behind one flagbearer rather than split their votes across multiple candidates. The push reflects ongoing coalition-building efforts within Kenya's opposition as political actors position themselves ahead of the next general election, with observers noting that a fragmented opposition field could weaken their chances of victory.

National Liberal Party leader and Anzauni Clan Patron Dr Augustus Kyalo Muli has questioned the growing opposition narrative that it is automatically Kalonzo Musyoka's time to lead the coalition into the 2027 presidential election. According to KBC, Muli accused the Wiper leader of using Kamba community votes as a bargaining tool to secure political positions, challenging the "Kalonzo tosha" slogan gaining traction within opposition ranks ahead of the next polls.

Siaya Governor James Orengo has rejected accusations from within the Linda Mwananchi movement that he is sabotaging Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's presidential ambitions. Speaking in an interview with Citizen TV, Orengo confirmed he intends to run for president and challenge Sifuna for the opposition coalition's nomination ahead of Kenya's 2027 General Election. He argued the coalition must embrace internal democracy and open competition for its presidential ticket, dismissing claims that his candidacy is meant to derail Sifuna.