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Speaking during a meeting with Jubilee officials in Nairobi on Tuesday, September 22, the former president said the transition would take effect as the party prepares for the NDC, which is expected to formalise the new leadership.
In a statement on Monday, Kioni described the decision as “a significant victory for democracy, constitutionalism and the Bill of Rights”, arguing that leaving office should not strip a former president of political rights.
Jubilee Party leaders from Nakuru, Nyandarua, Embu, Nyeri and Murang’a say divisions within the party are intensifying and accuse Deputy Party Leader Jeremiah Kioni and former MP Ngunjiri Wambugu of fuelling wrangles. The concerns follow a court ruling on who can run Jubilee’s party operations.
His remark came as his political relationship with President William Ruto continues to attract attention, with the two leaders and their allies engaged in fresh exchanges as the country moves closer to the 2027 General Election.
The President questioned Uhuru's decision to remain engaged in opposition politics after completing his presidency, saying the former Head of State should instead help guide the country.
Onyako's remarks differ from those of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, who has challenged Ruto to provide evidence that Uhuru is sponsoring opposition figures seeking to challenge him in the 2027 election.
With Uhuru's exit now set to take place, Kioni has presented himself as a candidate for the position, insisting that Jubilee must follow its formal structures when choosing its next leader.
Matiang’i argued that Kenyatta’s acceptance of the ruling demonstrated respect for the law rather than defiance of the government.
Gachagua said Ruto’s 2022 victory was not proof that Uhuru was wrong about him, but rather a result of the former President failing to persuade enough Kenyans about his concerns over Ruto’s leadership.
Kioni said the tradition of electing party leaders through the National Delegates Convention had been central to Jubilee’s operations since its formation and should guide the current transition.
Kalonzo said the coalition leadership would examine the matter before making a decision on Uhuru’s position within Azimio.
The President, who spoke during a development tour of Siaya County on Tuesday, said Uhuru should have embraced the role of a statesman after leaving office instead of engaging in opposition politics.