Speaking during a church service at AIPCA Kiratina in Githunguri Constituency, Kiambu County, on Sunday, Gachagua questioned the credibility of the Infotrak poll, which reported that President Ruto enjoys the highest national support ahead of the next general election.
According to Gachagua, the survey does not reflect public sentiment, insisting that Ruto’s popularity has declined significantly across several regions of the country.
“The people of Kenya have already made their judgment,” Gachagua told congregants.
“What is being published does not match what we are seeing when we move around the country.”
The former DP accused the President’s political allies of commissioning what he termed as “manufactured opinion polls” to project an image of dominance and inevitability.
Gachagua argued that the ruling party is using surveys as a political tool to mask growing dissatisfaction among voters, particularly in regions that previously supported the Kenya Kwanza administration.
He listed Western Kenya, Kisii, Coast, Nairobi and parts of the Mount Kenya region as areas where, he claimed, public support for President Ruto has weakened.
“Everywhere you go, people are asking questions about the economy and the cost of living,” he said.
The former DP accused the President’s political allies of commissioning what he termed as “manufactured opinion polls” to project an image of dominance and inevitability.
Gachagua argued that the ruling party is using surveys as a political tool to mask growing dissatisfaction among voters, particularly in regions that previously supported the Kenya Kwanza administration.
He listed Western Kenya, Kisii, Coast, Nairobi and parts of the Mount Kenya region as areas where, he claimed, public support for President Ruto has weakened.
“Everywhere you go, people are asking questions about the economy and the cost of living,” he said.
“Those realities cannot be changed by publishing figures.”
Gachagua used the occasion to promote his party, the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), saying it has gained rapid momentum despite being less than a year old.
He cited recent electoral wins in by-elections as evidence that the party enjoys stronger support than reflected in the poll.
“We have competed in elections and won seats in places like Narok, Nairobi and Kakamega,” he said.
Gachagua used the occasion to promote his party, the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), saying it has gained rapid momentum despite being less than a year old.
He cited recent electoral wins in by-elections as evidence that the party enjoys stronger support than reflected in the poll.
“We have competed in elections and won seats in places like Narok, Nairobi and Kakamega,” he said.
“That is the real test of popularity.”
The Infotrak poll, conducted in December 2025, indicated that 28 per cent of respondents would vote to re-elect President Ruto if an election were held today, while DCP attracted about six per cent support.
The Infotrak poll, conducted in December 2025, indicated that 28 per cent of respondents would vote to re-elect President Ruto if an election were held today, while DCP attracted about six per cent support.
Gachagua dismissed the figures, insisting that DCP is currently one of the most popular political movements in the country.
While opinion polls remain an important indicator of political trends, their credibility has often been contested by politicians across the political divide, especially when findings are unfavourable.
Political analysts note that as the 2027 general election approaches, surveys are likely to become increasingly politicised, with leaders interpreting results to suit their narratives.
“The problem is not polls themselves, but how they are consumed and weaponised politically,” said political analyst Martin Andati.
While opinion polls remain an important indicator of political trends, their credibility has often been contested by politicians across the political divide, especially when findings are unfavourable.
Political analysts note that as the 2027 general election approaches, surveys are likely to become increasingly politicised, with leaders interpreting results to suit their narratives.
“The problem is not polls themselves, but how they are consumed and weaponised politically,” said political analyst Martin Andati.
“They can shape perception, but they are not a substitute for elections.”
Beyond national politics, Gachagua also addressed internal party matters, particularly the issue of nominations within DCP.
Beyond national politics, Gachagua also addressed internal party matters, particularly the issue of nominations within DCP.
He ruled out the use of direct nominations, saying the party would adopt a competitive and transparent process.
“All candidates must face the people,” he said.
“All candidates must face the people,” he said.
“There will be no shortcuts, no favours.”
The former DP emphasised that even his close allies would not be shielded from competition, noting that incumbents would have to defend their seats during party primaries.
Gachagua’s remarks highlight growing political tensions as former allies of the President increasingly position themselves as critics of the Kenya Kwanza administration.
Observers say the public rejection of opinion polls signals a broader contest over political narrative and legitimacy ahead of 2027.
“Leaders are now fighting for perception as much as policy,” said Andati.
The former DP emphasised that even his close allies would not be shielded from competition, noting that incumbents would have to defend their seats during party primaries.
Gachagua’s remarks highlight growing political tensions as former allies of the President increasingly position themselves as critics of the Kenya Kwanza administration.
Observers say the public rejection of opinion polls signals a broader contest over political narrative and legitimacy ahead of 2027.
“Leaders are now fighting for perception as much as policy,” said Andati.
“Who appears popular today can influence alliances tomorrow.”
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