Pressure Mounts on Kiema Kilonzo to Battle Nimrod Mbai for Kitui East MP Seat in 2027

Growing Demand for Ambassador Kiema Kilonzo to Run for Kitui East MP in 2027 Election

Residents of Kitui East have intensified calls for Ambassador Kiema Kilonzo to contest the 2027 parliamentary seat, citing his remarkable track record during his tenure as MP for Mutito Constituency.

According to local leaders and residents, Kiema Kilonzo significantly elevated the profile of the region, making Sombe Town the capital of Kitui East, initiating the construction of numerous schools and dispensaries, and championing development across the constituency.

While the call for his return to politics gains momentum, insiders reveal that Kiema Kilonzo has expressed his intention to run for the gubernatorial seat in 2027, rather than seeking the Kitui East MP seat.

Despite his rejection of the offer, Wiper Party officials have reportedly been sending emissaries to persuade him to reconsider, recognizing his ability to challenge the incumbent, MP Nimrod Mbai, who has faced criticism for his perceived underperformance in representing the constituency.

Wiper Party strategists believe that Ambassador Kiema Kilonzo, one of the wealthiest politicians in Kitui County, would have the political clout and resources to defeat Nimrod Mbai, with some even suggesting that his entry into the race would seal the outcome by 8 a.m. on election day.

As one of the most influential political figures in the region, Kilonzo’s wealth and stature are seen as crucial assets in the fiercely contested race.In addition to his appeal within Kitui East, Kilonzo, alongside other prominent figures like Hon. Johnson Muthama, Lord Masika, and Aron Mwau, is considered a key player in funding the presidential campaign of Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka.

These leaders are being courted by the party due to their deep pockets and their potential to influence the outcome of the 2027 elections, especially in Ukambani.

As political dynamics continue to evolve, all eyes will be on Ambassador Kiema Kilonzo’s next move. Will he bow to the pressure and run for MP, or will he stay committed to his gubernatorial aspirations? The coming days will reveal how the political landscape in Kitui East and the larger Ukambani region shapes up ahead of the 2027 general election.