His Return Won’t Be Easy And Neither Will Defeating Him: MP Jalang’o Predicts Landslide Win for Ruto in 2027

Lang’ata MP predicts President will secure second term despite mounting political pressure

In a bold political prediction that has stirred debate across Kenya’s political landscape, Lang’ata Member of Parliament Phelix Odiwuor, popularly known as Jalang’o, has declared that President William Ruto is virtually unbeatable in the 2027 presidential election.

Speaking during a candid interview with media personality Alex Mwakideu on Thursday, the outspoken legislator didn’t mince words about Ruto’s electoral prospects. “His return won’t be easy, and so will be defeating him,” Jalang’o stated, painting a picture of a president who has consolidated power despite facing significant challenges.

President Ruto as he engages Baba Dogo residents.

The MP’s confidence stems from what he perceives as the absence of a credible challenger capable of mounting a serious threat to Ruto’s re-election bid. “I haven’t seen anyone who can remove him or even trouble him,” he remarked, suggesting that the opposition lacks the political machinery and popular appeal necessary to unseat the incumbent.

Jalang’o’s assessment comes at a time when President Ruto faces mounting pressure from multiple fronts. The administration, now two and a half years into its tenure, grapples with public dissatisfaction over unfulfilled campaign promises and economic challenges that have sparked widespread protests, particularly among the youth.

However, the Lang’ata MP appears unfazed by these headwinds. He acknowledged the existence of both genuine public pressure and political opposition but maintained that many Kenyans are beginning to appreciate Ruto’s efforts. “There’s real pressure from people who are satisfied with the President’s work, and there’s also political pressure,” he explained.

The timing of Jalang’o’s endorsement is particularly significant given the fractured state of Kenya’s political opposition. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who has emerged as one of Ruto’s most vocal critics, has been working to unite opposition forces ahead of 2027. However, Jalang’o’s analysis suggests these efforts may prove insufficient.

President Ruto himself has exuded similar confidence, recently declaring in Kisumu that he would defeat the opposition “by a landslide.” His dismissive rhetoric toward critics, whom he accused of having “no vision, no plan, and no agenda,” mirrors Jalang’o’s assessment of the opposition’s weaknesses.

The MP’s prediction also reflects a broader narrative within ruling party circles that many of Ruto’s campaign promises are beginning to materialize. “It’s only a matter of time before citizens appreciate that real work has been carried out,” Jalang’o argued, suggesting that visible development projects and policy implementations will ultimately vindicate the administration.

Yet this optimistic outlook faces significant challenges. The 2024 Gen Z-led protests demonstrated the power of youth mobilization against government policies, while economic hardships continue to affect ordinary Kenyans. The question remains whether Ruto’s administration can translate policy initiatives into tangible improvements in citizens’ lives before the 2027 electoral cycle intensifies.

Jalang’o’s endorsement also highlights the complex dynamics within Kenya’s political elite, where loyalty and strategic positioning often determine electoral outcomes. As a former media personality turned politician, his voice carries weight among urban voters who will be crucial in determining the election’s outcome.

The 2027 presidential race is shaping up to be a test of incumbency advantage versus popular discontent. While Jalang’o’s prediction may reflect the confidence of those within government circles, Kenya’s electoral history shows that political fortunes can shift rapidly, particularly when economic conditions deteriorate or opposition forces successfully mobilize around compelling alternatives.

As the political temperature rises and various factions position themselves for the upcoming contest, Jalang’o’s bold prediction serves as both a statement of confidence in Ruto’s leadership and a challenge to opposition forces to present a more compelling alternative to Kenyan voters.