The Jubilee Party has officially endorsed former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i as its presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election.
In a statement on Thursday, October 30, Jubilee Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni said the decision was made during the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, where members unanimously approved Matiang’i’s bid.
In addition, Kioni announced that the party also appointed Matiang’i as the Deputy Party Leader.
“We have received and formally accepted Dr. Fred Matiang’i’s application for his presidential bid, and the NEC has agreed that he carries our flag. We have also appointed Matiang’i as our Deputy Party Leader going forward,” he said.
According to Kioni, the NEC meeting also focused on internal restructuring and strengthening the party’s grassroots machinery ahead of the polls.
“We were able to deal with key issues of structure and strategy that we want to take as a party. We now move out to revamp our party, open branches, and reach out to our members and new members,” he added.
The NEC also filled several vacant leadership positions. Nakuru Town West MP Samuel Arama was named Whip of the National Assembly, while Senator James Lomenen will serve as Senate Whip.
In a show of solidarity, the party extended its condolences to the family of Mama Ida Odinga, wife of ODM leader Raila Odinga.
“Jubilee Party extends our condolences to the family of Mama Ida Odinga. We stand with the family,” said Kioni.
Mr Kioni also hinted at a potential review of the party’s relationship with the Azimio la Umoja Coalition, warning that quitting the coalition could have “legal implications” for some members of Parliament.
