Saboti MP Alleges Mudavadi Plans Resignation from Ruto’s Government

Nairobi, Kenya – July 16, 2025 – Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi has made explosive claims that Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi is preparing to resign from President William Ruto’s administration.

In a provocative social media post, Amisi alleged that former President Uhuru Kenyatta is pressuring Mudavadi to step down to pursue a presidential bid in 2027, with former Justice Minister Martha Karua as his running mate.

However, Amisi dismissed the purported plan, asserting that Western Kenya is ready for a new generation of leaders and has no appetite for what he described as a “lazy president.”

In his post on X (formerly Twitter) on July 16, 2025, Amisi wrote: “So Uhuru Kenyatta is forcing MM to resign from Ruto government so as to run for president deputised by Martha Karua, this is after realising western is ripe and against Ruto. Well, bad news to him. Western does not want a lazy president for them. The region has now enough sons and daughters capable of revolutionary, transformative leadership. Resign, yes but go mululu direct and start small scale chicken farming.”

Amisi, a vocal critic of the Kenya Kwanza administration and a prominent member of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), has been relentless in his attacks on senior political figures aligned with President Ruto.

His latest remarks come amid growing tensions within Ruto’s broad-based government, formed through a political pact with ODM leader Raila Odinga.

Amisi has repeatedly urged Odinga to withdraw from the alliance, arguing that it has betrayed ODM’s ideals and left grassroots supporters vulnerable.

The Saboti MP’s claim about Mudavadi’s potential resignation aligns with his ongoing push for a generational shift in Western Kenya’s leadership.

Saboti MP Caleb Amisi.

Earlier this month, Amisi, alongside Bumula MP Jack Wamboka, called for Mudavadi and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula to exit active politics, arguing that their time has passed and younger leaders should take the helm.

“We respect them for their contribution over the years, but the reality is their time is up,” Amisi said on July 6, 2025, during a public address in Bungoma.

Mudavadi, a seasoned politician and key figure in Ruto’s administration, has not publicly responded to Amisi’s allegations.

However, in a recent interview on July 14, 2025, the Prime Cabinet Secretary expressed confidence in Ruto’s leadership, stating that the president’s “bold and vital decisions” would secure his re-election in 2027.

Mudavadi also acknowledged communication shortcomings within the administration, admitting that the government has struggled to convey its achievements to the public amid widespread discontent over economic hardships and protest crackdowns.

The mention of Martha Karua as Mudavadi’s potential running mate adds another layer of intrigue.

Karua, a respected opposition figure and former presidential candidate, has been a vocal critic of Ruto’s administration, recently comparing it unfavorably to the regime of former President Daniel arap Moi.

Whether she would align with Mudavadi, a long-time political rival, remains speculative.

Amisi’s call for Mudavadi to “go Mululu direct and start small scale chicken farming” is a sharp jab, implying that the veteran politician should retire from public life entirely.

The term “Mululu,” a colloquial expression, underscores Amisi’s dismissive tone toward Mudavadi’s ambitions.

As public discontent with Ruto’s administration grows—fueled by high living costs, allegations of corruption, and violent responses to protests—Amisi’s allegations could further destabilize the fragile political alliances holding the government together.

Social media reactions reflect mixed sentiments, with some users echoing Amisi’s call for new leadership, while others question the feasibility of Mudavadi’s resignation or a Uhuru-backed candidacy.

For now, Mudavadi remains a pivotal figure in Ruto’s government, and any move to resign would have significant implications for the Kenya Kwanza coalition. As the 2027 elections loom, Amisi’s bold claims ensure that Western Kenya remains a battleground for competing political visions.