Siaya Governor James Orengo has publicly declared his support for former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i's presidential ambitions ahead of the 2027 General Election, promising to campaign alongside him across the country.
In remarks expressing his admiration for Matiang'i, Orengo described the former Cabinet Secretary as a close friend and said he was ready to work with him to secure victory in the next presidential election.
"My friend Matiang'i, you have a very close place in my heart. Nikienda kulala huwa nakuota. We will work together to make sure we succeed," Orengo said.
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The Siaya Governor further suggested that the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga would have been pleased to see political leaders unite behind Matiang'i's presidential candidature.
"Raila Odinga atafurahi sana tukipigia Fred Matiang'i kura 2027," he added.
Orengo also made it clear that he was willing to accompany Matiang'i during his political engagements and campaign activities.
"I'm available for Fred Matiang'i na nitatembea na naye kila mahali," he declared.
The remarks signal a show of political support for Matiang'i as opposition leaders continue positioning themselves and negotiating possible alliances ahead of the 2027 elections.
Matiang'i, who previously served as Interior Cabinet Secretary under former President Uhuru Kenyatta, has been positioning himself as a presidential contender under the Jubilee Party.
Orengo's declaration is particularly notable because the Siaya Governor had previously expressed interest in contesting the presidency in 2027, making his latest remarks an important development in the evolving opposition political landscape.
In August 2026, Orengo publicly declared his presidential ambitions, while subsequently maintaining that opposition leaders should pursue unity and agree on a single candidate through consultations and internal democracy.
His latest remarks could therefore signal a willingness to work with Matiang'i as opposition leaders continue discussions on how to settle on a common presidential candidate.
The opposition's search for a united presidential ticket remains a major issue as different political formations seek to consolidate their support ahead of the 2027 General Election.