Kenya’s political scene is shifting, and youthful leaders are at the center of the storm. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has hinted that Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro will join the emerging Kenya Moja alliance, ending speculation about his next political move.
The alliance, popularly known as the Third Force, brings together rebels from ODM and UDA who say they are fed up with the control of political godfathers. Their move signals a bold reshaping of Kenya’s future.
Kenya Moja and the Rise of a Third Force
Babu Owino’s remarks during a Citizen TV interview alongside Saboti MP Caleb Amisi lifted the lid on a political realignment that has been quietly brewing. According to Owino, discussions with Ndindi Nyoro are ongoing, and it is only a matter of time before the Kiharu legislator officially throws his weight behind the movement.
“I have been speaking to Ndindi Nyoro. And he will soon be part of this movement. More importantly, Kenyans will be part of this movement,” Owino declared.
The Kenya Moja banner is gaining traction among youthful lawmakers from across the political divide, particularly those disillusioned by the ruling Kenya Kwanza coalition. The group emerged during last year’s anti-government protests, where frustrations over economic mismanagement and widening inequalities laid bare cracks in the political establishment.
Unlike traditional parties tied to older leaders, the Third Force brands itself as a people-first alliance that resists political patronage. Amisi summarized their mission, saying, “This is a struggle of change between the old and the new.”
UDA Fallout and Ndindi Nyoro’s Political Crossroads
The spotlight is firmly on Ndindi Nyoro, whose meteoric rise in UDA was cut short after he was stripped of his influential role as chairperson of the Budget and Appropriations Committee. Once a close confidant of President William Ruto, Nyoro’s fall from grace has been as swift as it has been public.
His silence on Babu Owino’s claims raises speculation, but political watchers believe Nyoro is looking for a platform that can restore his relevance. By joining Kenya Moja, he would align with leaders who, despite belonging to ODM and UDA, have openly criticized government excesses.
This move could also tilt the balance of power within Mount Kenya politics, where youthful leaders are increasingly rejecting the dominance of older figures. Already, murmurs suggest that other disillusioned MPs, such as Githunguri’s Gathoni Wamuchomba, are warming up to the Third Force after being sidelined by their parties.
Threats, Rebellion, and the Push for a New Path
Leaders associated with Kenya Moja have admitted facing pressure and intimidation from their political homes. Amisi revealed that ODM insiders have threatened him for charting an independent course. Still, he insists that their loyalty lies with Kenyans, not political godfathers.
“Some of us have been subjected to threats. But we’re not scared. We’ve been forced to develop a thick skin,” he said.
Babu Owino, too, dismissed accusations that he is rebelling against ODM leader Raila Odinga, clarifying that their movement operates within democratic principles. “We are not rebelling in ODM. We are working within the principles of democracy, and the D in ODM stands for Democracy,” he noted.
The Kenya Moja alliance has not ruled out transforming into a fully-fledged political party if the political climate demands it. For now, the group is content with mobilizing citizens under the message of breaking free from old power structures.
Their bold approach underlines a growing dissatisfaction with Kenya’s status quo, where both government and opposition leaders are accused of self-preservation over service delivery.
Conclusion
The entry of Ndindi Nyoro into Kenya Moja would redefine Kenya’s political future. What began as scattered voices of dissent is fast becoming a formidable coalition of youthful leaders demanding accountability, equity, and true democracy. With Nyoro’s influence in Mount Kenya and Babu Owino’s growing national profile, the Third Force could evolve into a game-changing powerhouse.
Kenya is on the cusp of a new political order. Whether this alliance succeeds or falters will depend on its ability to resist intimidation, unite across tribal lines, and deliver on the frustrations of ordinary Kenyans. For now, all eyes remain on Ndindi Nyoro’s next move.
