The Jubilee Party National Executive Council has appointed former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i as the party’s Deputy Leader and its presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election.
Speaking during the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on October 30, Jubilee Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni announced that the council had unanimously approved Dr. Fred Matiang’i’s application to contest the presidency under the party’s ticket.
“We have officially received and endorsed Dr. Fred Matiang’i’s presidential application, and the NEC has resolved that he will be our flagbearer,” Kioni stated.
“Dr. Fred Matiang’i will serve as our Deputy Party Leader moving forward.”
Jubilee Party Picks Fred Matiang’i as 2027 Presidential Flagbearer
He noted that the NEC meeting also discussed key matters concerning the party’s organization and future strategy, stressing that it will work on strengthening its grassroots presence.
“We deliberated on critical issues of structure and strategy that will guide the party’s next phase. Our focus now shifts to revitalizing Jubilee by opening branches, reconnecting with our members, and attracting new ones,” Kioni said, adding that a series of activities would be unveiled in the coming weeks.
The meeting also saw the party make key leadership appointments to fill vacant positions, with Nakuru Town West Member of Parliament (MP) Samuel Arama was appointed as the National Assembly Whip, while Senator James Lomenen will take up the role of Senate Whip.
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Matiang’i Defends Uhuru’s Party
Earlier in October, Matiang’i formally announced his decision to join the Jubilee Party.
He dismissed calls to start his own party, saying Kenyans should trust leaders who stand by their beliefs instead of changing sides for personal gain.
“I served in the Jubilee administration under a Jubilee President, I implemented Jubilee policies, why would I walk away from them now,” he said.
“Uhuru was a successful president, and everyone will want to be associated with him. But I am not running for president because he told me to run. I took a personal decision to run.”
Matiang’i also criticized the Kenya Kwanza government for not addressing issues that affect ordinary Kenyans.
He said President Ruto’s administration could avoid many financial problems by simply doing the right thing and listening to the people.
“My simple advice is that they can save money by listening to people. Just show results, and you won’t need to explain your actions. The government should engage more with the public and pay attention to their feedback,” he said.
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