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In a dramatic turn of events following former Chief Justice David Maraga’s tense appearance at a burial in Nyamira on August 8, youth activist Morara Kebaso has delivered an abrupt and sparring message: Maraga should quit the presidential race altogether.
Kebaso, who has recently stepped away from politics after announcing his withdrawal, wasted no time in taking to social media on August 8 to deliver his verdict. “These are the voters that will vote in 2027. They don’t care. They don’t want it. They are not worth dying for,” he declared, urging Maraga to enjoy a dignified retirement instead of engaging with citizens he described as indifferent toward those who serve them.
The confrontation unfolded at the burial of Catherine Moraa, where Maraga—who has since confirmed his interest in the 2027 presidential race—was met with boos and hostile jeers despite his local roots. Still, Maraga stood his ground, condemning what he called mounting government corruption, disregard for justice, and rising lawlessness. “I will pursue justice to the end,” he vowed.
In a tone charged with disdain, Kebaso dismissed Maraga’s would-be voters as unworthy of the former justice’s service, urging him: “Tata Maraga, you served your country well. You deserve a peaceful retirement with honour; stop bothering these people.” The activist also offered a personal status update—cheekily noting that since leaving politics, he’s gained five kilograms and is aiming to become the youngest Kenyan ever to appear on the Forbes list. “I went back home to the people who love me,” he added.
This incident is poised to reshape the contours of Kenya’s evolving political landscape. The public rejection of Maraga at a solemn family ceremony underscores the deep disconnect between national figures and grassroots sentiment. Kebaso’s blunt rebuke raises urgent questions: Can Maraga’s presidential bid withstand such grassroots rejection? Or has this moment irrevocably altered the course ahead?
What’s Next
- Maraga’s Response and Strategy: Will the former Chief Justice address Kebaso’s comments directly—or even recalibrate his campaign in the face of growing skepticism?
- Public Sentiment in Nyamira: Are the heckling and dismissal echoed elsewhere, hinting at a broader erosion of goodwill among voters toward past leaders?
- Political Ripple Effects: As the 2027 race intensifies, how will other contenders capitalize on this symbolic rupture between leadership and the electorate?
This is a developing political firestorm—watch this space.
