Kuria made the announcement on Sunday, November 9, 2025, through his official X (formerly Twitter) account, in what appeared to be a subtle response to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s recent call for the Mt Kenya region to elect more lawyers in 2027.
“The DNA of Mt Kenya people is enterprise. Not everyone can be a lawyer,” Kuria wrote.
“Kenya’s economy is powered by small and medium enterprises. Chama Cha Kazi welcomes all who dream of leadership — including my friend Wamituriru from Gichugu.”
Kuria’s remarks came just days after Gachagua urged voters in the Mt Kenya region to ensure at least 40 lawyers are elected to Parliament and county assemblies in 2027.
The former deputy president argued that legal experts were needed to help negotiate regional interests and protect the community from political manipulation.
While Gachagua’s message was received warmly by some, others saw it as an attempt to create barriers to leadership in a region long known for its entrepreneurial spirit.
By contrast, Kuria’s message seemed to emphasize inclusivity — highlighting that leadership should not be limited to professionals or elites, but open to all citizens with ideas and vision.
Kuria also defended Hon. Wanjira Wamabati, a former MCA from Mathira and aspiring MP, who had faced criticism for her business background and for being associated with the nickname “Kagege” — a term sometimes used dismissively for traders and small-scale businesspeople.
He said he was saddened to see Wamabati feel pressured to distance herself from her entrepreneurial identity during a church event attended by Gachagua.
“I really sympathized with her trying to explain that she is not a Kagege despite her name. I have known her as an innovative and brave leader,” Kuria said.
Kuria’s remarks came just days after Gachagua urged voters in the Mt Kenya region to ensure at least 40 lawyers are elected to Parliament and county assemblies in 2027.
The former deputy president argued that legal experts were needed to help negotiate regional interests and protect the community from political manipulation.
While Gachagua’s message was received warmly by some, others saw it as an attempt to create barriers to leadership in a region long known for its entrepreneurial spirit.
By contrast, Kuria’s message seemed to emphasize inclusivity — highlighting that leadership should not be limited to professionals or elites, but open to all citizens with ideas and vision.
Kuria also defended Hon. Wanjira Wamabati, a former MCA from Mathira and aspiring MP, who had faced criticism for her business background and for being associated with the nickname “Kagege” — a term sometimes used dismissively for traders and small-scale businesspeople.
He said he was saddened to see Wamabati feel pressured to distance herself from her entrepreneurial identity during a church event attended by Gachagua.
“I really sympathized with her trying to explain that she is not a Kagege despite her name. I have known her as an innovative and brave leader,” Kuria said.
“Does she deserve to apologize for being entrepreneurial?”
His comments drew attention to the ongoing tension between political elitism and grassroots leadership within Mt Kenya politics — where business-minded leaders often face criticism for not having formal professional titles.
The debate unfolded as political mobilization in the Mt Kenya region intensifies ahead of the 2027 general elections.
During the same church service at PCEA Kayole in Nairobi, where Wamabati spoke, Gachagua warned that he would soon expose leaders from the region who, he claimed, are plotting against the Kikuyu community.
“Some people have been paid to betray us,” Gachagua alleged. “But we will name them next year.”
He praised MP Mejja Donk for rejecting what he described as a bribe meant to undermine his leadership.
“If there is one person who cannot sell out his people, it is Mejja Donk,” he said.
Wamuchomba’s Firm Response
However, Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba responded sharply, declaring that she would not join Gachagua’s Democratic Community Party (DCP).
She accused the DCP of labelling anyone who disagrees with them as a “mole” or a “traitor,” calling such politics divisive and outdated.
“We cannot build unity through threats,” Wamuchomba said.
His comments drew attention to the ongoing tension between political elitism and grassroots leadership within Mt Kenya politics — where business-minded leaders often face criticism for not having formal professional titles.
The debate unfolded as political mobilization in the Mt Kenya region intensifies ahead of the 2027 general elections.
During the same church service at PCEA Kayole in Nairobi, where Wamabati spoke, Gachagua warned that he would soon expose leaders from the region who, he claimed, are plotting against the Kikuyu community.
“Some people have been paid to betray us,” Gachagua alleged. “But we will name them next year.”
He praised MP Mejja Donk for rejecting what he described as a bribe meant to undermine his leadership.
“If there is one person who cannot sell out his people, it is Mejja Donk,” he said.
Wamuchomba’s Firm Response
However, Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba responded sharply, declaring that she would not join Gachagua’s Democratic Community Party (DCP).
She accused the DCP of labelling anyone who disagrees with them as a “mole” or a “traitor,” calling such politics divisive and outdated.
“We cannot build unity through threats,” Wamuchomba said.
“I will continue speaking the truth, even if it makes some people uncomfortable.”
She instead called for unity under the broader Mt Kenya Wantam movement, arguing that endless political infighting only weakens the region’s bargaining power at the national level.
Kuria’s statement appears to position Chama Cha Kazi as an inclusive alternative for ordinary citizens seeking political space outside traditional party structures.
“Everyone is gifted differently,” Kuria reminded his followers.
She instead called for unity under the broader Mt Kenya Wantam movement, arguing that endless political infighting only weakens the region’s bargaining power at the national level.
Kuria’s statement appears to position Chama Cha Kazi as an inclusive alternative for ordinary citizens seeking political space outside traditional party structures.
“Everyone is gifted differently,” Kuria reminded his followers.
“Leadership is not about titles; it’s about vision, courage, and service.”
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