Matiang'i Takes Opposition Campaign to Kisii After Ruto's Gusii Tour

Former Interior CS Fred Matiang'i is heading to Kisii County to meet residents. His schedule includes stops in Kisii Town and Keroka. The visit follows President William Ruto's four-day tour of Kisii and Nyamira, which ended on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.

Matiang'i announced on Sunday, November 15, that his day will start with a church service at ACK St Philip's Church in Kisii Town. 

He will then head to Capital Roundabout in the town before travelling on to Keroka. In a post on X, he quoted Psalm 118:24. "This is the day that the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it," he wrote.

The Jubilee leader said the morning will focus on fellowship and prayer. He plans to meet residents at both locations afterward.

The trip comes amid heightened political activity in the Gusii region. During his tour, Ruto attended church services and launched development projects. 

He also held rallies aimed at strengthening support for his administration. The President urged residents to back leaders aligned with his government. The region has long been seen as an opposition stronghold.

Matiang'i has already pushed back against the President's visit. On Friday, November 13, he attended the burial of his uncle, Mzee John Mboga Nyaboga, in Manga, Borabu Constituency. 

There he criticised Ruto's engagements in Gusii. He argued that the visit would not change the political stance of the Abagusii community.

He accused the administration of failing to keep its promises. He also said vote-seeking should be conducted with respect rather than insults. Corruption and insecurity, including cattle rustling, were among the issues he raised as needing national attention.

Several opposition figures are expected to join him. People's Liberation Party leader Martha Karua, Siaya Governor James Orengo, and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro are on the list. Their joint appearance reflects wider efforts by opposition leaders to build a common platform before the 2027 General Election.