Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has assured aspirants eyeing various seats in the country that the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) will conduct free and fair nominations, as political activity gathers pace ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Speaking after a meeting with 174 aspirants in Nairobi, Gachagua said the party was committed to upholding the will of the people during its primaries, a process that has historically been a source of disputes in many political outfits.
“I have assured the aspirants that the party will conduct free and fair nominations and the will of the people will prevail,” he said.
The assurances come as the former deputy president intensifies efforts to build and solidify DCP structures at the grassroots, positioning the party as a credible alternative in the evolving political landscape.
During the engagement, Gachagua and the aspirants set ambitious targets for the party in Kajiado County, expressing confidence that DCP could secure key elective positions, including governor, senator, woman representative, five parliamentary seats and 25 Members of County Assembly.
He also challenged the aspirants to ramp up membership recruitment, noting that the party register will be central in determining participation and outcomes in the primaries.
“I have challenged the aspirants to intensify membership recruitment as the party register will be used in the party primaries,” he said.
The meeting highlights a growing emphasis among political leaders on credible nomination processes, often seen as a key factor in strengthening party unity and avoiding post-primary fallout.
Gachagua’s latest remarks come against the backdrop of heightened political realignments following his public fallout with President William Ruto, with both leaders now charting separate political paths and rallying support across the country.
Analysts say early assurances of transparent nominations could help DCP attract aspirants wary of opaque party processes, while also strengthening its footing in competitive counties such as Kajiado.
