According to Amisi, the historical injustices faced by the people of Western Kenya will greatly influence how they vote in the upcoming elections.
The outspoken ODM lawmaker stated that Ruto might face significant challenges in winning the support of the Mulembe nation, a region with a deep history of political grievances.
Amisi’s comments came after he met with a group of Luhya elders from Trans Nzoia County, where they discussed political issues affecting the region.
In a tweet on November 11, 2024, Amisi made it clear that Ruto’s plans to secure the Luhya vote through well-known political figures may not be as successful as the president expects.
He highlighted that the historical injustices, such as political neglect and underdevelopment, are key factors that will shape how Western Kenya votes in 2027.
Amisi warned Ruto, “Think twice. Western will not be a walk in the park because of historical injustices.”
Amisi’s statement comes at a time when President Ruto is facing difficulties with his political alliances.
The fallout between Ruto and his former deputy president, Rigathi Gachagua, has created uncertainty about the support Ruto can count on from the Mt Kenya region.
With his grip on the Kikuyu vote weakened, Ruto is now looking to the Luhya community to strengthen his position ahead of the 2027 elections.
However, Amisi cautioned that it may not be so easy for the president to win over the region, especially given the longstanding dissatisfaction with how political leaders have treated Western Kenya.
The Saboti MP further stressed that the political landscape in Western Kenya is complex.
He warned that Ruto’s reliance on established political figures, whom he referred to as “perennial political dinosaurs,” could prove ineffective in securing the votes of the younger generation, who are increasingly aware of the region's historical issues.
Amisi added that the region is no longer willing to sell its votes cheaply, and Ruto should approach the situation carefully.
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