Kenyan Deputy President's Aide Predicts War in 2027

Kenyan Deputy President's Aide Predicts 2027 War, Criticizes Gachagua in Teso North Speech Busia County, Kenya – Farouk Kibet, a close aide to Kenyan Deputy President, delivered a fiery speech at a church in Teso North, Busia County on May 18th, 2025. His address generated significant attention due to his prediction of a potential war in Kenya following the 2027 general elections. Kibet's remarks were met with a mix of shock and enthusiasm from the audience. "Gachagua hawezi kuwa rais," Kibet declared, directly challenging the possibility of Gachagua's presidential bid. He went on to state, "...sasa ameenda kutangaza kutakuwa na vita 2027." This statement, translated as "...now he has gone to announce there will be war in 2027," shocked many present. The video recording of the speech quickly went viral on social media. The speech also included pointed criticism of Gachagua and his political alliances, further fueling the already heated political climate in the region. The audience's enthusiastic response to Kibet's pronouncements underscores the sensitivity of the issues raised and the deep divisions within Kenyan politics. While Kibet's predictions remain unconfirmed, his speech highlights the anxieties and uncertainties surrounding the upcoming elections and the potential for political instability. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of peaceful and democratic processes in Kenya.