Nyandarua Senator John Methu has claimed that opposition politicians are receiving offers intended to compromise their loyalty, saying he would not be surprised if some members were bought off.
Methu said the alleged attempts to influence opposition leaders were not new, suggesting that financial inducements had previously driven political defections and shifting alliances.
“I would not be surprised if anyone in the opposition were bought off. It wouldn’t be the first time this has happened. Many offers are being made to us in the opposition,” Methu said.
The senator also defended Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, describing him as a consistent opposition figure whose public statements demonstrate his determination to unite the opposition and remove President William Ruto from power through the ballot.
Methu said Sifuna's commitment was evident in his public conduct and insistence that opposition leaders work together ahead of the next General Election.
“The passion in his eyes shows that he wants William Ruto to go home. He is very consistent that we must unite to take Ruto home and he can’t be compromised,” Methu said.
His remarks come amid continuing political manoeuvres and discussions over opposition unity, with leaders seeking to consolidate their positions and agree on a common strategy against Ruto's administration.
Methu also dismissed suggestions that former President Uhuru Kenyatta was financially supporting the political activities of his camp, insisting that neither he nor his party leader had received money from the former Head of State.
“Uhuru Kenyatta has no role in all this. Neither my party leader nor I have ever received a shilling from him,” he said.
However, the senator stirred further political debate by naming Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro when asked about individuals he believed could be acting against the opposition's interests.
“If I were to name moles, Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro's name would feature very prominently,” Methu said.
Methu did not provide evidence in the remarks presented to support the allegation against Nyoro or identify the individuals allegedly making financial offers to opposition politicians. The claims remain allegations and could not independently establish that any named politician had been compromised.
The comments are likely to intensify debate within Kenya's political landscape over opposition unity, loyalty and the possibility of shifting political alliances as leaders position themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
