Narok Senator Ledama Ole Kina has pledged to rally at least 1.4 million Maasai voters in support of President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, in what he termed a strategic move to boost the Maasai community’s political influence and development prospects.
Speaking during a church service in Narok attended by President Ruto, Ledama said a united Maasai voting bloc could serve as a powerful bargaining tool to ensure equitable resource allocation and accelerated development in traditionally marginalized regions such as Narok, Kajiado, and Marsabit.
“If we stand united as the Maasai community across the country, our votes would not be less than 1.4 million,” Ledama declared. “I have seen a pathway where all Maasais should pass so that we get an equitable allocation of resources.”
The senator emphasized that the newly forged unity between Ruto and Raila presents a timely opportunity for the Maa community to solidify its political voice. He said the Ruto-Raila alliance, under the broad-based government, signals hope for inclusive national development and cohesion.
Taking a swipe at Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s claim of commanding 1.4 million Kamba votes, Ledama confidently stated that the Maasai community is equally capable of mobilizing similar numbers across its traditional regions. “You see how Kalonzo is running around saying his Kamba people are 1.4 million; we, as Maasai, will go to Marsabit and Kajiado and will also have the 1.4 million votes,” he said.
Ledama also used the opportunity to denounce tribal politics, terming them counterproductive. He urged Kenyan leaders to embrace issue-based politics that focus on improving the livelihoods of citizens regardless of ethnic background.
He called on the government to prioritize development in Maasai regions, particularly in improving infrastructure, water supply, and other essential services that remain major challenges in the area.
The senator assured that the Maasai community would support the President fully, stating, “No Maasai will go against this government.”
His remarks come at a time when political realignments continue to shape the country’s post-Handshake landscape.
