Mwingi West Member of Parliament Charles Nguna (CNN) has sparked political tremors after issuing a strongly worded statement suggesting a widening rift between him and the Wiper Patriotic Front. In a lengthy message to his constituents, the outspoken legislator hinted at a new political direction, accusing Wiper of being a “vengeful party” while affirming his intention to work closely with President William Ruto on development matters.
The lawmaker who was elected on a Wiper ticket, confirmed that he met President Ruto to discuss a series of key projects in Mwingi West constituency. Among the issues on the table were the completion of ongoing infrastructure works, including the Kwasiku–Mbondoni road, Kiio Sports Academy, Thitani Technical Institute, and the Mwingi–Nzeluni–Kwa Nzulwa road. The MP also cited electrification programs, rehabilitation of colonial dams, and youth and women empowerment projects as part of his development priorities.
“I urge all to join me in implementing these projects for the benefit of our community,” CNN stated, adding that his engagement with the Head of State was purely motivated by the need to fast-track stalled projects. His remarks, however, appeared to draw a clear political line between him and his parent party, Wiper, which sits in the opposition.
The MP revisited his controversial decision to vote YES in favor of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during a recent parliamentary motion, a move that reportedly irked Wiper’s top brass. “When I voted YES for Gachagua to go, we saw resumption of stalled projects like the Kwasiku–Mbondoni road, Thitani TTI, and several electrification programs. My vote received sharp criticism from Wiper which was uncalled for,” he explained.
Nguna revealed that despite meeting Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka to iron out their differences, the party continued to undermine him through persistent political attacks. “Despite all these agreements, I have been persistently attacked by the party in Mwingi Central, Kitui Central, and Kitui West. Therefore, decisions must be made for your bosses — the citizens who elected you for better,” he declared, in what many observers view as a prelude to a formal exit.
In a tone that mixed defiance with diplomacy, the legislator said he remains thankful and respectful to Kalonzo Musyoka but described Wiper as “a vengeful party.” “Don’t pursue something with a vengeful heart or it will destroy you. Wiper is a vengeful party na mimi sipangwingwi,” he said, signaling his readiness to chart an independent political path.
While stopping short of announcing a complete breakaway, Nguna made it clear that his focus is now on “collaborating with the President to bring development” to Mwingi West. “I will be giving you direction in 2027,” he told his supporters, a statement widely interpreted as an early declaration of political realignment ahead of the next general election.
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