Jubilee Party Presidential hopeful Dr Fred Matiang’i has unveiled plans to open offices across all 47 counties as part of an ambitious strategy to rejuvenate the party and reclaim its support base ahead of next year’s polls.
Speaking in Nyali Constituency during an Iftar dinner with party members, Dr Matiang’i said the initiative is aimed at popularizing the party and reconnecting with supporters who may have shifted allegiance to other political outfits.
“Jubilee is now ready to return to government and continue with the impactful work it was doing,” he affirmed, adding that the party’s legacy remains visible in the Coast region through projects such as the Dongo Kundu bypass, the Blue Economy initiatives, and enhanced security.
He urged Nyali residents to register as voters and join the Jubilee Party to help shape the country’s leadership. Dr Matiang’i also revealed plans to roll out grassroots engagements targeting youth, women, and Persons Living with Disabilities as part of efforts to revitalize the party ahead of the polls.
He noted that many Kenyans are looking forward to the return of the Jubilee administration, citing its track record in implementing transformative projects and programmes.
Matiang’i further encouraged upcountry residents living and working in Mombasa to register as voters where they reside and support Jubilee candidates.
The presidential hopeful pledged to champion inclusive leadership by empowering young people, who form the majority of the population, and called for increased support for women candidates.
“Politics should not divide us. We must coexist peacefully and respect one another. Let us pursue leadership positions with decorum to preserve peace and harmony in this region,” said Dr Matiang’i.
Jubilee National Organizing Secretary Yasir Noor called for the prioritization of youth in employment opportunities, expressing confidence in Matiang’i’s leadership based on his past performance as Cabinet Secretary. He noted that Nyali Constituency alone had 15 chiefs during Matiang’i’s tenure.
“Obtaining identity cards was easier, and many youths were in school. He frequently visited schools to monitor progress and even knew teachers by name. Today, many university students, including those we are praying with, cannot afford fees due to inadequate capitation,” he said.
Noor also lamented the lack of opportunities for young people under the current administration, alleging that some youths have died under mysterious circumstances. He called for unity among party members to strengthen Jubilee’s prospects in the region.
A resident Ms. Beatrice Gambo credited key infrastructure projects such as the Dongo Kundu bypass and the Port of Lamu to the tenure of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing the current administration of taking undue credit.
“Today, some leaders are removing plaques bearing President Uhuru Kenyatta’s name and replacing them with their own, claiming responsibility for projects they did not initiate,” she alleged.
– By Sadik Hassan
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