Former Trade Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has publicly supported Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata ahead of the Linda Mwananchi rally in Nyahururu.

Kuria warned against a 'monolithic dictatorship' in Mt Kenya politics, listing three key threats he claims former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua fears: alternative leaders from the region, younger politicians, and rising figures from Murang'a County.His remarks come as the Ol Kalou by-election in Nyandarua County intensifies, with competing factions vying for influence.Kuria's support signals growing tensions between Gachagua's camp and younger politicians seeking to challenge established power dynamics.

The by-election is seen as a barometer for political strength in the Mt Kenya region, with the Linda Mwananchi movement adding another layer of competition.

Kuria's call for Kang'ata to 'soldier on' underscores the high stakes of the contest, which could shape the political landscape ahead of the 2027 General Election.