Elgeyo Marakwet Senator Kipchumba Murkomen has rubbished recent claims that the reconciliation between President Uhuru Kenyatta and opposition leader Raila Odinga is a threat to Deputy President William Ruto's 2022 presidential bid.
In an interview on Citizen TV Sunday, the Senate Majority Leader pointed out that Ruto is actually the biggest beneficiary of the reunion, saying that he is set to rip big from the collaboration.
He noted that the union means more votes in Ruto's basket in the approaching race for state house, bettering his winning chances.
"The union means a lot to the Deputy President as the two leaders are likely to jointly back him in 2022 should their union translate to a joint political decision. This means more votes for him in the elections, putting him ahead of his rivals," said Murkomen.
He also revealed that the Odinga-Kenyatta national cohesion pledge has further cleared the way for Ruto to carry out his development initiatives.
"He is so excited as the political animosity between government and opposition supporters has cooled down and he can now freely go around the nation delivering on the Jubilee agenda," added Murkomen.
Among those who have doubted the truce is Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu, who has since noted that Odinga's move is suspicious, cautioning Ruto to remain vigilant.