Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is the politician whom Kenyans most often blame for disagreements among opposition leaders, according to a new poll by TIFA Research and Consulting. Forty-three percent of respondents named him as a source of the divisions.
President William Ruto and his United Democratic Alliance (UDA) administration came next, with 15 percent of respondents holding them responsible. Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna followed at seven per cent, while Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka received six per cent.
Four percent of respondents named former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i. Babu Owino, retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, Siaya Governor James Orengo, and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro each received two percent. Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya received one percent.
TIFA said Gachagua was “most frequently cited in perceptions of opposition disagreements.” The findings reflect public views of the divisions as political groups position themselves ahead of the August 2027 General Election.
The poll also asked opposition supporters when their leaders should announce a joint presidential candidate and running mate. With 270 days remaining before the election, respondents offered differing views on the timing.
When asked, “When should the opposition announce its joint presidential candidate and running mate for the 2027 General Election?” 45 percent favored an announcement between January and March 2027.
