Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has announced his departure from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), formally moving into the opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Nyoro made the announcement on Monday at Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, where he confirmed that he and his supporters had joined the People’s Party of Kenya. The move marks a major shift for the legislator, who was elected on a UDA ticket in the 2022 General Election and became a prominent voice within the Kenya Kwanza administration.
The Kiharu MP said his decision followed almost a year of consultations, reflection and discussions with leaders from across the political divide. Among those he engaged were former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua, former Cabinet Secretaries Peter Munya and Fred Matiang’i, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and Siaya Governor James Orengo.
Nyoro said the consultations were aimed at helping him determine the political direction that would best serve Kenyans as the country prepares for the 2027 elections.
He said his time in government had allowed him to assess the country from a wider perspective and consider areas that require change. According to Nyoro, the experience also helped him understand the difference between seeking power and managing government after taking office.
The MP said he had learned that governing was more difficult than campaigning and that his next political steps would be guided by what he believes is in the best interest of the country.
Following his move, Nyoro said he would embark on political tours across different parts of Kenya. He listed Uasin Gishu, Kericho and Nandi among the areas he plans to visit as he seeks to engage voters ahead of the 2027 polls.
He said the tours would give him an opportunity to speak to Kenyans about the government they helped elect in 2022 and discuss what has happened since then.
Nyoro also urged voters to consider the People’s Party of Kenya as they examine the political formations seeking to form the next government. He suggested that the party could work with other opposition groups that share similar goals.
The lawmaker also expressed his dissatisfaction with UDA, referring to it as the “wheelbarrow party” while explaining his decision to leave the ruling party.
Several opposition leaders attended the Safari Park Hotel event, including Governor James Orengo, Wundanyi MP Danson Mwashako and Senator Okong’o Omogeni.
Nyoro’s move adds another significant development to the political realignments expected to shape the contest ahead of the 2027 General Election.