Former nominated United Democratic Alliance (UDA) senator Gloria Orwoba has come out to express deep regret for voting in favour of the impeachment of Geoffrey Rigathi Gachagua from his position as Deputy President.
Her remarks have taken many by surprise, especially those who knew her as a firm supporter of President William Ruto and his government. Speaking during an exclusive interview with K24, Orwoba revealed that politics has taught her many lessons.
She said that she will no longer be influenced by political winds but instead stand by what she believes to be the truth.
Her sudden change of heart has raised many questions, especially because she chose to speak just days after Speaker of the Senate Amason Jeffa Kingi announced that her position as a nominated senator had been declared vacant.
This decision has clearly left her disappointed, and her recent public statements seem to reflect her frustration. For a long time, Orwoba has been known for defending Ruto’s leadership and attacking those who were critical of the regime.
However, something seems to have changed, and that change has now pushed her into a completely different direction. Orwoba’s loss of her Senate position appears to be connected to her shift in political loyalty.
She openly declared her support for former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, and even supported his reported intentions to run for the presidency. These actions did not sit well with her party, and they may have contributed to her removal.
In Kenya’s political space, loyalty is often more important than principles, and politicians who step out of line are usually pushed aside. Her disappointment has not stopped her political ambition.
Orwoba has announced that she will contest for the Borabu parliamentary seat in the upcoming general elections. This move shows that she is trying to remain relevant and active in politics even after being pushed out of the Senate.
Politics in Kenya, like in many places, is driven by personal interest and survival. What is happening to Orwoba now is a reflection of how unforgiving political life can be. Her regrets and sudden statements about truth and political lessons may be more about strategy than honesty.
She knows that to succeed in future, she has to align herself with what the public wants to hear, and that includes appearing bold and truthful.
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