Gachagua and Natembeya's manoeuvres have scared Ruto camp

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya is charting an independent political path. [File, Standard]

As the year 2025 unfolds, it favours two types of politicians, irrespective of what they do. There are those who struggle to be in good books with President William Ruto, his inner circle, and power brokers. There also are those charting independent political paths, command growing followings, and have political presence. There are times, however, when the two clash and raise doubts as to whether, as 'leaders', they have lost common sense.

There appears to be layers in Dr Ruto's circle of power brokers. Other than family members, the members of the inner circle or core are in two groups. There is the visible comprising Farouk Kibet, Oscar Sudi, Kipchumba Murkomen, Davis Chirchir, and Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss Shollei. There is the less visible inner core but effective behind-the-scenes operators that includes former Turkana Governor Josphat Nanok, former Western Provincial Commissioner Abdul Mwasera, and former Inspector General of Police Joseph Boinnet.