Nairobi — Jubilee Party Presidential Aspirant Fred Matiang'i has cautioned United Alternative Government supporters against falling for what he termed "psychological warfare," alleging that opponents are using intimidation and propaganda to weaken resolve among competitors and supporters.
His remarks come after sustained assertions by allies of President William Ruto indicating that he will be re-elected in 2027 polls even if it means stuffing the ballot to make up for the difference in vote he might be trailing the opposition candidate.
"They want people to be intimidated or to lose interest. Don't be deceived by those things," he said.
Matiangi who served as Cabinet Secretary covering the ICT, Education and Interior docket under Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta urged party aspirants to remain focused and resilient with the political mobilisation ahead of upcoming elections.
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Speaking when he met aspirants for various elective seats in Nairobi, Matiang'i told aspirants that the party would intensify its behind-the-scenes planning, emphasizing the need for discreet but effective coordination.
"We will meet without cameras, we will do our work. This is serious business," he said, signaling a shift toward structured, internal strategy sessions.
The former Interior Cabinet Secretary framed the political contest as one requiring discipline and long-term planning, noting that the next steps would be carefully mapped out and executed collectively.
He also dismissed the strength of rival camps, asserting that they lack a viable pathway to electoral victory.
"There is no pathway for these people to win an election," he said.
Matiang'i's remarks also comes as Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission dismissed claims of planned manipulation of the 2027 General Election, assuring Kenyans that the country's electoral process remains independent, credible and firmly protected under the Constitution.
IEBC chairperson Edung Ethekon termed recent allegations by political actors suggesting that the 2027 presidential election could be influenced through extra-legal mechanisms as reckless, misleading and baseless.
He pointed out that the remarks risk undermining public confidence in Kenya's democratic institutions and urged Kenyans not to be misled by narratives aimed at creating fear and uncertainty around the electoral process.
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