Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has accused allies of President William Ruto of planning to influence the outcome of the 2027 General Election by allegedly paying voters in advance.
Speaking during a rally in Murang’a County on Sunday, March 15, the former Vice President claimed that individuals linked to the President’s camp were targeting polling stations across the country with a scheme to secure votes before the election.
According to Kalonzo, the alleged plan involves identifying 25 voters in every polling station and offering them KSh5,000 each monthy in exchange for their support ahead of the 2027 polls.
Kalonzo, who addressed residents alongside leaders allied to the emerging United Alternative Government opposition coalition, warned that such tactics would undermine the credibility of Kenya’s electoral process.
He urged voters to remain vigilant, claiming the strategy was aimed at manipulating grassroots support long before the official campaign period begins.
At the same time, the Wiper leader told residents that if anyone approached them with money in exchange for political support, they should take it but ultimately vote according to their conscience.
The remarks add to the intensifying political rhetoric between opposition leaders and the government as political camps begin early mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Leaders allied to the United Alternative Government have in recent weeks stepped up criticism of the administration, accusing it of attempting to consolidate support through state influence and financial incentives — allegations the government has repeatedly denied.
Kalonzo’s Murang’a rally is part of a broader opposition push to consolidate support in key regions as political alliances begin taking shape in the run-up to the next national elections.
