A political analyst has publicly advised President William Ruto to abandon efforts to court Kikuyu voters following the Ol Kalau by-election loss, which is seen as a clear rejection of his leadership.

The analyst argues that the defeat signals a decisive turn against Ruto among Kikuyu communities and urges him to pivot towards Luo and Luhya groups ahead of the 2027 General Election.The commentary highlights the need for political realignment, including dismissing all nine Kikuyu ministers in his Cabinet.The analyst suggests that the Ol Kalau result may have been used as a pretext to distance from the Kikuyu political establishment.

This debate reflects growing tensions between Ruto's administration and influential figures from Mt Kenya, questioning the viability of his broad-based governance approach.The article underscores the strategic shifts required for Ruto to navigate Kenya's complex electoral landscape.