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Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has called on Opposition leaders to put aside their political differences and unite ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Uhuru made the remarks on Wednesday, November 11, during a funeral service for the late Beatrice Wambui Muturi at PCEA Nairobi West Church in Nairobi.
The service brought together several opposition leaders, including DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa.
The former Head of State said Kenyans wanted to see opposition leaders working together rather than allowing personal differences to divide them.
"I am a retired president and I have retreated to my home in Ichaweri, but that does not mean my ears have stopped functioning. From what I gather whenever I move around, people have made up their mind. However, they have one problem — they just want to see the leaders unite," Uhuru said.
He urged Kalonzo, Gachagua, Wamalwa and other political leaders to focus on unity and the future instead of fighting over who should become president.
"What is important now is our unity and the future — I keep saying: Steve, Rigathi, Eugene, and all others, kiti itakaliwa na mtu mmoja," he stated.
Uhuru also recalled the challenges his political camp faced after the Supreme Court overturned the 2017 presidential election results, forcing a repeat election.
He said the experience had taught them that political setbacks should not prevent leaders from working together.
Gachagua also addressed his renewed relationship with Uhuru, saying forces had previously come between them despite their long-standing friendship.
"The devil is bad as he tried to cause enmity in a family that had lived together in peace. Someone came between me and Uhuru, but God intervened and now we are together again," Gachagua said.
The former Deputy President also paid tribute to the late Wambui, describing her as a successful businesswoman with interests in real estate.
He recalled that she supported Uhuru's 2017 re-election campaign with Ksh5 million.
Meanwhile, Kalonzo defended Uhuru's continued involvement in national political discussions, dismissing calls for the retired president to remain silent.
He argued that retirement does not take away Uhuru's right to express his views on matters affecting the country.
Kalonzo also praised former President Mwai Kibaki for giving Kenya the 2010 Constitution, describing it as a respected document that protects human rights and basic freedoms.
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