Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has described the 2027 General Election as a contest between divisive tribal politics and an inclusive national vision championed by President William Ruto.
Speaking during during a Women Empowerment Programme event at Mandera Stadium, Duale said the upcoming polls will be defined by a clash between leaders who promote exclusion and those advocating for equal recognition of all Kenyans regardless of community, geography, or religion.
“The next election (2027) will be a contest between tribalists and those who believe Kenya belongs to them alone and against President William Ruto, who wants to leave a legacy that every community from El Molo to the largest, every county, however small or big, every community and every religion will be recognised as citizens of our country,” Duale said.
He argued that the current administration is working to build a unified nation where no group is left behind, emphasising that citizenship and access to government services must not be determined by ethnicity or regional identity.
Duale said President Ruto’s leadership is anchored on ensuring equitable development across all parts of the country, including historically marginalised and remote communities.
He further warned against what he termed politics of division, saying such approaches undermine national cohesion and slow down development.
The CS said the government’s development agenda is focused on integrating all communities into the national fabric through infrastructure investment, social programmes, and economic empowerment initiatives targeting underserved regions.
He cited ongoing efforts to expand access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities as part of the broader inclusivity strategy.
Duale’s remarks come as political activity begins to intensify ahead of the 2027 election cycle, with leaders increasingly articulating competing visions for Kenya’s future.
He further warned against baseless criticism from the opposition, noting that the President's inclusive approach to development is steadily uniting and transforming all regions of the country.
The CS insisted that they must also respect the presidency.