Findings presented in the research firm's November 2026 survey indicate that 55 per cent of Ruto's supporters want Kindiki to remain in the position for another presidential term.
Kindiki's support places him ahead of several prominent political figures mentioned as possible alternatives in the Kenya Kwanza succession discussions.
ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga follows with 12 per cent, while Mining and Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho attracts 9 per cent.
Other figures featured in the survey include ODM leader Oburu Oginga, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula, who each received 4 per cent.
The results indicate that the alternative candidates collectively account for 33 per cent of the preferences captured in the survey, although none individually matches Kindiki's reported support.
Kindiki took over the Deputy President's office in November 2024 after Parliament impeached his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua.
His appointment followed a major political fallout within the Kenya Kwanza administration, which led to Gachagua's removal from office and opened the way for the former Tharaka Nithi Senator to join Ruto's administration.
Since his appointment, Kindiki has remained a regular presence alongside the President during government functions, development tours and public engagements.
The latest findings provide an indication of how Ruto's supporters view the current deputy president as political parties and their leaders begin positioning themselves for the 2027 General Election.
However, the survey captures the preferences of Ruto's supporters rather than the views of the entire Kenyan electorate.
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