Former Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has sparked fresh political debate after questioning Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s push for the presidency, describing his ambitions as premature while urging him to consider supporting President William Ruto’s re-election bid in 2027.
Nakhumicha’s remarks, which have attracted attention among political observers, came as the country continues to witness intensified realignments ahead of the next General Election. Her comments were highlighted in a latest Facebook update by People Daily, where the former Cabinet Secretary shared her views on Sifuna’s political journey and the challenges of pursuing the country’s top seat.
According to Nakhumicha, aspiring for the presidency requires a carefully built political history, citing past leaders who took years to establish themselves before successfully competing for State House. She argued that Sifuna still has time to grow his national profile and gain wider political experience.
The former CS acknowledged that Sifuna has been attracting significant public attention and has demonstrated strong mobilisation skills through his recent political activities. However, she maintained that the senator’s current focus should be on building a stronger foundation before making a presidential push.
Nakhumicha further suggested that supporting President Ruto in the 2027 elections could potentially position Sifuna for a future presidential opportunity. Her remarks have already triggered reactions from both supporters and critics of the Nairobi senator, with some viewing them as advice while others see them as an attempt to slow down his growing political momentum.
Sifuna has recently emerged as one of the politicians attracting national attention, with supporters encouraging him to consider a bigger role in the 2027 contest. The senator has maintained that any decision about his political future will depend on consultations with Kenyans and supporters.
As political alliances continue shifting ahead of 2027, the exchange between Nakhumicha and Sifuna highlights the growing competition for influence and public support. With different leaders taking positions on his ambitions, Sifuna’s next political moves will remain closely watched as the election season approaches.