Tensions are rising inside the Jubilee Party as Kenya heads toward the 2027 elections, and Hon. Ngunjiri Wambugu has thrown down the gauntlet. In a bold letter to party leader and former President Uhuru Kenyatta, Wambugu is demanding answers on the party’s direction, alliances, and presidential nominations, sending shockwaves through the party ranks.
Wambugu, former MP for Nyeri Town and acting convenor of the Jubilee Aspirants Forum 2027, says the party is losing its visibility in key regions. He points out the lack of Jubilee-branded materials like t-shirts, caps, and banners at rallies, warning that this creates the impression that some areas may have been quietly ceded to rival parties. For aspirants preparing to contest county, parliamentary, and gubernatorial seats, this is more than a cosmetic issue—it threatens their campaigns and the party’s hard-earned political footprint.
The letter also raises questions about possible agreements with other political parties regarding zoning or allocation of seats. Wambugu insists aspirants must know if certain regions have already been negotiated away. Without transparency, he warns, time and resources will be wasted, and internal tensions could rise, weakening Jubilee just as the elections approach.
Another major concern is the party’s presidential ticket. While Dr. Fred Matiang’i is widely seen as the likely nominee, Wambugu asks whether other qualified members can challenge the nomination and whether the selection aligns with party rules and democratic principles. “Holding leadership accountable is not rebellion,” he writes. “It is a sign of a strong and democratic party.”
To strengthen internal democracy, Wambugu has launched the Jubilee Aspirants Forum 2027, a platform for candidates to coordinate, share ideas, and lobby for fair nominations. The forum will also keep the party leadership updated and ensure that aspirants’ efforts are recognized and protected.
With less than two years to the 2027 General Election, Wambugu’s letter puts Jubilee’s leadership on notice. Party members and aspirants are now watching closely, waiting to see whether Uhuru Kenyatta will respond decisively, provide clarity, and reassure Kenyans that Jubilee remains united, transparent, and ready for the political battles ahead.
