We are coming for you! Mudavadi slams Natembeya

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has issued a sharp political warning to Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, signalling a fierce contest ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Speaking on Saturday, Mudavadi dismissed claims that Kenya Kwanza leaders were disengaged from politics, insisting they were fully prepared to challenge the governor’s rising influence in the region.

He said the coalition would field a formidable candidate capable of unseating Natembeya in the next polls.

“Watu wasifikiri kwamba sisi si wanasiasa na nataka niwaambie hata yule anatembea hapa anaitwa Natembeya nataka nimwambie 2027 tutasimamisha mtu hatari hapo Trans Nzoia ambaye ataonesha Natembeya mlango aende nyumbani,” Mudavadi said.

This loosely translates to, “People should not think that we are not politicians, and I want to tell you—even that one walking around here called Natembeya—I want to tell him that in 2027 we will field a very strong candidate in Trans Nzoia who will show him the door and send him home.”

The Prime CS cautioned Natembeya against what he termed provocative political conduct, warning him to refrain from attacking leaders in the national government.

“If you live in a house made of glass, do not throw stones,” he said, suggesting that the governor’s actions could expose him to political vulnerability.

Mudavadi claimed the first-term governor is displaying early signs of arrogance and overconfidence barely a year into office.

He said Natembeya’s political posture suggested he believed he had already achieved national prominence.

“He has only served his first term and already thinks he is the most famous person in the world,” Mudavadi said.

“My friend, you will not survive in Trans Nzoia. You will be roaming around in tears because we will bring a candidate who will remove you.”

The remarks come amid escalating tensions between the governor and Kenya Kwanza leaders, following Natembeya’s recent criticism of national government officials and his vocal stance on various governance issues.

His public comments have increasingly placed him at the centre of political confrontation with allies of President William Ruto.

Mudavadi’s declaration signals the administration’s intent to counter Natembeya’s influence in the Rift Valley–Western border county, which has become a significant battleground ahead of the next election cycle.

“We are ready, and we are coming for you,” he concluded, underscoring Kenya Kwanza’s determination to reclaim political ground in Trans Nzoia.

The rivalry between Mudavadi and Natembeya has been fueled by the Malava Constituency by-election scheduled for November 27, 2025.

The two leaders each have a candidate from their respective parties and have camped in the constituency campaigning for their respective candidates.