United Opposition leaders during a press conference on December 11, 2025 / EZEKIEL AMIINGA

Leaders of the United Opposition on Thursday held a conference in honour of the upcoming Jamhuri Day to be celebrated on December 12.

Speaking during the conference, Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka said the day is not a ceremonial formality; it is the crown jewel of sovereignty.

United Opposition leaders address Kenyans on December 11, 2025 / /EZEKIEL AMINGA

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He said it is a day to reflect on the struggles, the sacrifices, and the victories of those who came before us.

“Today, we gather not simply to mark a date on the calendar, but to stand in solemn witness to the blood, courage, and sacrifice that built this Republic. Sixty-two years ago, on December 12, 1963, Kenya shook off the shackles of foreign rule and took its first step into self-determination. A little later, on 12 December 1964, we declared ourselves a republic, a nation of our own, led and defended by the sons and daughters of this soil,” he said.

Present were DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua, DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa, and former CS Justin Muturi, among others.

United Opposition leaders during a press conference on December 11, 2025 / EZEKIEL AMIINGA
United Opposition leaders during a press conference on December 11, 2025 / EZEKIEL AMIINGA