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Justina Wamae pushes for more options in 2027 polls
27th August, 2025 02:37 PM
Former Roots Party deputy presidential candidate Justina Wamae has called for more political choices on the ballot ahead of the 2027 General Election.
In a post on her X account on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, Wamae challenged Kenyans who opted out of the 2022 polls, saying many of them cited a lack of appealing candidates as their reason for staying away. She argued that rather than sit on the sidelines, such individuals should step forward and present themselves for elective office to widen the field of options available to voters.
Wamae noted that the upcoming election provides an opportunity for more diverse candidates to seek leadership, stressing that increased participation will not only expand voter choice but also enrich the democratic process.
She urged Kenyans to take personal responsibility in shaping the country’s leadership, warning that refusing to engage in elections does not absolve anyone from the consequences of poor governance.
She further underscored that the challenges facing the country remain the same and cannot be solved by apathy, but by active involvement in the electoral process.
“Many of the eligible voters who refused to vote in 2022 have always argued that those on the ballot paper were not an option. Fair enough… Now that 2027 GE is around the corner, how are you preparing yourself to be on the ballot paper of the 6 elective positions to give Kenyans the much-needed OPTIONS, DIVERSITY AND VARIETY? Even if you refuse to participate in the electoral process, remember that you are not an innocent bystander. Mashida ni Yale Yale!” she wrote.
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Her message comes amid growing frustration among voters, especially youth, who feel past elections lacked candidates aligned with their concerns. Wamae emphasised that abstaining from the ballot does not remove one’s responsibility for leadership outcomes.
Meanwhile, the field of contenders for the presidency in 2027 is expanding. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has confirmed that he will run, asserting his eligibility despite being impeached, which he is contesting in court. He declared confidently that he would be on the ballot as a candidate for President, saying he is qualified and has support.
Martha Karua, leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), has also signalled her intent to contest.
“I want to tell my good former Senator Daniel Karaba that I’m beyond any running mate position, I will be going for the top seat come the next election,” she has insisted in the recent past.
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has also launched his presidential bid. He recently resigned from his work abroad and returned home, stating he is ready to run and has already enjoyed support from key community elders.
Meanwhile, former Chief Justice David Maraga has made his presidential ambitions clear. He launched a people-driven campaign under the banner “Reset, Restore, and Rebuild,” pledging full transparency.
