Nairobi, April 13 -- The battle for political supremacy pitting National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula against Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya is attributed to mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general election as leaders look for requisite numbers for alliance building.

Mr Natembeya, a no-nonsense former public administrator, is the founder of Tawe (enough is enough) movement, which has upset Mr Wetangu'la-led Ford Kenya that has had a firm grip on Bungoma and Trans Nzoia counties politics for decades.

Caught in the crossfire is Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumincha, who is rumoured to be preparing to challenge Mr Natembeya's re-election.

Then there is President William Ruto, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and De...