Githunguri Member of Parliament (MP) Gathoni Wamuchomba on Thursday, May 15, 2025, paid a visit to former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i at his residence.

The lawmaker shared photos on her social media platforms showing her meeting with Matiang’i.

Also present was former Kitui County Governor Charity Ngilu, and the three leaders were seen sharing a light-hearted moment. Alongside the photos, Wamuchomba posted a short caption that is now on the lips of many Kenyans: “Wantam is inevitable.”

The phrase ‘Wantam’ has been increasingly used by opposition leaders and ordinary Kenyans in recent months, many of whom have grown disillusioned with the Kenya Kwanza administration.

It has become a rallying slogan against President William Ruto’s leadership.

It is widely understood as a declaration that Ruto is a one-term president and that the opposition is determined to ensure he does not secure a second term in office.

Wamuchomba’s use of the phrase is particularly significant given her close ties to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who recently went viral using the same phrase at Githurai.

She has been a vocal defender of Gachagua, especially during his fallout with President Ruto.

Her decision to echo a phrase that has become a symbol of opposition unity is seen by many as a bold political statement.

Opposition realignment

The post comes at a time when both Matiang’i and Gachagua have taken strong stances against the current regime.

They have emerged as prominent voices criticising the government’s economic decisions, governance failures, and what they describe as state-sponsored intimidation of dissenting voices.

Matiang’i has already declared his intention to run for president in 2027 under the Jubilee Party, which has since rebranded and pledged full support for his bid.

The timing of the meeting is also significant.

 It comes just as Gachagua is officially launching his new political party in Lavington, Nairobi — a location now expected to serve as the party’s headquarters.

Gachagua, who unveiled his party lineup, declared himself the party leader, with Cleophas Malala named as his deputy.

Matiang’i’s entry into the presidential race adds to a growing list of opposition heavyweights, including Gachagua, Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa, and Martha Karua.

The leaders have publicly agreed that one among them will challenge Ruto in 2027, while the rest will back the chosen flag bearer.

This unity is aimed at avoiding the mistakes of previous elections, where a divided opposition gave the ruling party an easy win.

Gathoni’s defiance

Gathoni Wamuchomba has always positioned herself as the people’s representative — something that led to her fallout with Kenya Kwanza.

 She was one of the first leaders to break ranks with the coalition during the Finance Bill 2023 debate, where she vehemently refused to support it despite her party’s position.