Morara declares Matiang’i new Kisii power broker
Political commentator Morara Kebaso has sparked a fresh political debate in the Kisii region after declaring that former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has effectively become the new kingpin of the Abagusii community.
However, the Inclusive National Justice, Economic & Civic Transformation (INJECT) Party leader warned that Matiang’i’s rise to regional influence may come at a cost, especially for young, aspiring leaders without financial muscle.
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In a candid and critical statement shared via his official X account on Monday, July 14, 2025, Morara said Matiang’i has already achieved his personal political goals and is now strategically positioned to influence who gets elected across the region.
“After Nyachae, the Kisii community has never had a kingpin. This time round, Matiang’i has an opportunity to determine who will get elected in 65 wards, 13 constituencies, and two counties. That is a lot of power,” Morara said.
Morara cautions youth
He cautioned youths celebrating Matiang’i’s return to active politics, urging them to understand the realities of high-stakes power games.
According to him, politics in the Kisii region will now be heavily influenced by money, deals, and national party alignments, meaning the idealistic dreams of young leaders without resources may not materialise.
“To those youths that were excited that the Kisii region now has a kingpin, you should know Matiang’i needs money for his campaign or to contribute to the presidential campaign and earn his seat at the table,” Morara explained.
He added, “Tickets will not be free. They will be on sale. If you were thinking of being a leader in Kisii as a youth without money, then you can think again.”
Kisii politics
The remarks come amid growing political activity in the Gusii region, where Matiang’i’s re-emergence has energised supporters and unsettled local political formations.
With his strong national profile, administrative record, and close links to past and present state machinery, Matiang’i is widely seen as a key figure in shaping the region’s political destiny ahead of the 2027 general election.
As alliances begin to form and political hopefuls declare intentions, Morara’s warning underscores a growing concern among young Kenyans: that without deep pockets or powerful sponsors, their chances of winning elections remain slim.
