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Trans Nzoia governor George Natembeya suggested that he was open to deputising former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i in 2027

Speaking on the possibility of being on the presidential ballot, Natembeya said in politics, anything is possible

Matiang'i is among politicians expected to face President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election

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Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.

Trans Nzoia - Governor George Natembeya has reacted to reports that he will be on the presidential ballot in the upcoming 2027 General Election.

Ex-Interior CS Fred Matiang'i (left) and Governor George Natembeya (right). Photo: Fred Matiang'i/George Natembeya.

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Will Natembeya deputies Fred Matiang'i in 2027?

Speaking on NTV on Thursday, April 17, Natembeya responded to claims that he would be a running mate to former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i in a bid to unseat President William Ruto.

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Responding to the question about him being Matiang'i's running mate, Natembeya disclosed that such discussions have not taken place yet.

While not ruling out deputising Matiang'i, the outspoken Trans Nzoia governor said in politics, anything is possible.

"Me to be deputise Fred Matiang'i 2027? We have not reached there, that is the discussion happening on social media. But everything is possible in politics," Natembeya said.

According to Nambeya, the priority is removing Ruto's Kenya Kwanza Alliance administration from power.

Natembeya started that he was ready to share his ideas with any leader on how to resolve the issues affecting the country.

"Your today's enemy can be your friend tomorrow, depending on the situation. But what I know is that the situation in the country requires total change. And we must be part of that conversation," he added.

When did Fred Matiang'i arrive in the country?

Meanwhile, Matiang'i jetted back into the country from the United States of America ahead of him officially declaring his 2027 presidential ambition.

On Friday, April 18, Matiang'i was received at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) by several leaders, including Jubilee Party secretary general Jeremiah Kioni.

In a tweet, the Jubilee Party SG suggested that Matiang'i was back in the country to popularise his presidential bid.

Previously, Kioni declared that Matiang'i is the Jubilee Party's presidential candidate for the 2027 election.

George Natembeya speaking on Sulwe FM. George Natembeya.

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Why George Natembeya's life is in danger

In other news, the outspoken Trans Nzoia governor expressed fears for his safety, claiming his life could be in danger.

Speaking on Sulwe FM on Tuesday, April 15, claimed unidentified individuals are targeting him due to his continued criticism of President William Ruto's Kenya Kwanza administration.

According to Natembeya, some people connected to the head of state have been training him since he began criticising the government.

However, Natembeya insisted that he would continue speaking out against Ruto's shortcomings, despite the threat he was receiving.

The Trans Nzoia governor dared those unhappy with his criticism of the Kenya Kwanza Alliance government to confront him directly instead of sending people to trail him.

Source: TUKO.co.ke