The Farmers Party, associated with incarcerated former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu, has announced its withdrawal from President William Ruto's Kenya Kwanza coalition. In a dramatic political statement, the party claimed it was sidelined during the formation of the current government.
The announcement has been met with widespread ridicule across social media, with many questioning the relevance of a party led by a politician currently serving a jail term for corruption.
Political analyst Kagallo dismissed the move as "the last kicks of a dying horse," reflecting the general sentiment that Waititu's political influence has significantly waned.
Did you read this?
Critics were quick to point out the irony of the situation. "Will he exit while in prison?" quipped Chepkania, highlighting Waititu's current legal predicament. Others questioned the party's political clout, with Kiprono noting it doesn't even have a single Member of County Assembly (MCA) to its name.
The Farmers Party's exit raises questions about internal dynamics within Kenya Kwanza, though political observers suggest the move is unlikely to cause any significant ripple effects.
The party's influence has been negligible since Waititu's legal troubles began, and its departure may be seen more as a symbolic gesture than a substantive political shift.
Interestingly, some commentators claim the party actually belonged to the late Irungu Nyakera, further complicating its current identity and leadership claims.
As Kenya's political landscape continues to evolve, the Farmers Party's exit serves as a reminder of how quickly political fortunes can change – especially when legal troubles enter the equation.
With Waititu behind bars and his party lacking grassroots support, this development appears to be more of a political footnote than a game-changer in Kenya's coalition politics.
