Bungoma Governor and Ford Kenya deputy leader Kenneth Lusaka, Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula and Teso South MP Mary Emaase during a presser at Golf Hotel in Kakamega on Tuesday /HILTON OTENYO




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A group of Western Kenya leaders leaning towards the broad-based government has unveiled a movement to campaign for President William Ruto’s re-election in 2027.

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The lobby dubbed Broad-BasedWesternforRutoTwo-Terms aims to mobilise support across the vote-rich region.

Bungoma Governor and Ford Kenya deputy leader Kenneth Lusaka serves as regional coordinator, with Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula as his deputy. Teso South MP Mary Emaase is the secretary and Beatrice Adagala treasurer.

Speaking at the launch at Golf Hotel in Kakamega on Tuesday evening, Lusaka said the team will craft and implement a winning strategy for Ruto’s second term.

“We want to secure continuity, not disruption, which is why we are advocating for two terms for President Ruto,” Lusaka said.

He highlighted government achievements, including the revival of the sugar industry, affordable housing projects, road construction and the development of markets and classrooms across the country.

The lobby plans its first meeting in Bungoma on January 31, with MPs coordinating efforts in Vihiga, Kakamega, Trans Nzoia, Busia and Bungoma counties.

Meetings will be held at county headquarters and in all constituencies to sensitise residents about the President’s performance and build grassroots support.

Savula said the movement would expand to reach all villages in Western Kenya, ensuring wide mobilisation.

UDA national vice chairman Kelvin Lunani said Western must remain aligned with government initiatives to secure its share of national resources. He urged young leaders to respect senior politicians and avoid “goonism,” stressing that elections should be decided on performance, not intimidation.

Teso North MP Oku Kaunya echoed the need for coalition-building, noting that no single party can win in Kenya.

“Election is not enmity; leaders should be judged on their record,” he said.

Emaase underscored the need for unity in Western Kenya to secure victory.

“We are closer to the presidency and we must not destroy ourselves at the door. We will not tolerate young leaders being used to disrespect seniors and create divisions,” she said.

The movement signals an early, organised push to consolidate Ruto’s support in a key voting bloc ahead of the 2027 general election.