Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has emerged as the politician most frequently blamed for disagreements within Kenya's opposition, according to a new opinion poll released by TIFA Research and Consulting on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
The survey indicates that 43 per cent of opposition supporters believe Gachagua is responsible for the divisions affecting the opposition camp as political leaders prepare for the 2027 General Election.
President William Ruto and his United Democratic Alliance (UDA) administration follow in second place, with 15 per cent of respondents attributing the disagreements to them.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna was mentioned by seven per cent of respondents, while Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka attracted six per cent.
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino each received four per cent. Former President Uhuru Kenyatta, Siaya Governor James Orengo and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro were each mentioned by two per cent.
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya received one per cent.
The findings come at a time when opposition leaders are exploring possible political partnerships and strategies to challenge President Ruto in the next general election.
Gachagua, who leads the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), has been among the prominent figures involved in efforts to build an opposition alliance.
However, disagreements over leadership positions, political influence and the selection of a possible joint presidential candidate continue to present challenges to the coalition-building process.
The survey was conducted between October 26 and November 5, 2026, involving 2,036 respondents across all 47 counties. TIFA reported a margin of error of plus or minus 2.16 percentage points.
The findings have sparked fresh political debate over who bears responsibility for the opposition's internal disagreements as the race towards the 2027 elections gathers momentum.
The latest poll is expected to generate further reactions from political leaders and supporters across the country.
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