A new online opinion poll conducted by Mwelekeo Insights has placed lawyer Steve at the top of the race for the Dagoretti South parliamentary seat, offering an early glimpse into the political landscape ahead of the 2027 General Election.
According to the Mwelekeo Insights poll, Wakili Steve, who is associated with the Jubilee Party, emerged as the most preferred candidate with 29.2 percent support among respondents who participated in the survey.
The poll featured several politicians and aspirants expected to play a key role in the contest for the seat, including incumbent MP John “KJ” Kiarie of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), Dennis Waweru, Fanya Mambo Kinuthia, and Edward “Tosh”.
The findings suggest that competition for the constituency is already taking shape, with various political camps seeking to position themselves ahead of the next election cycle.
Dagoretti South remains one of Nairobi’s most closely watched constituencies due to its significant voter population and its influence in the city’s political landscape. As a result, opinion polls are likely to attract attention from both political parties and aspirants keen on gauging public sentiment.
Political observers note that while online polls should not be viewed as a definitive predictor of election outcomes, they often provide an indication of candidate visibility, public engagement, and emerging voter trends.
The Mwelekeo Insights survey comes at a time when political activity is beginning to intensify across the country, with leaders increasingly engaging voters as they lay the groundwork for their 2027 campaigns.
With more than a year remaining before Kenyans head to the polls, the race for Dagoretti South is still expected to evolve as candidates strengthen their grassroots networks, unveil their agendas and seek broader support from residents.
For now, however, the latest Mwelekeo Insights poll indicates that Wakili Steve enjoys an early lead in the contest, setting the stage for what could become one of the most competitive parliamentary races in Nairobi County ahead of the 2027 General Election.