In a rare display of political synergy, Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has thrown his weight behind Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, fiercely criticizing Northern Kenya governors for the region’s persistent underdevelopment.

The two leaders, often on opposing sides of the political divide, have found common ground in a simple, devastating truth: billions of shillings have been poured into the North, yet the people remain poor. Kalonzo’s endorsement of Gachagua’s "truth-telling" marks a significant realignment, suggesting that the issue of accountability in devolved units is transcending party lines.

"Leave Eastleigh, Go Home"

The genesis of this alliance was Gachagua’s blistering attack earlier this week, where he told Northern leaders to "leave Eastleigh and go to Northern Kenya" to witness the lack of schools and infrastructure. "We cannot have leaders living in opulence in Nairobi while their constituents drink dirty water," Gachagua had charged.

Kalonzo, speaking today, echoed these sentiments verbatim. "I agree with the Deputy President," the Wiper leader said. "We have pumped over Ksh 100 billion into these counties since 2013. Where is the money? Why are children still learning under trees in Mandera while their governors buy apartments in Kilimani?"

• The Equalization Fund: The North benefits from the Equalization Fund, designed to bring marginalized areas up to speed. Yet, audits consistently show massive misappropriation.
• The Clan Factor: Politics in the region is often dictated by negotiated democracy and clan dynamics, which Kalonzo argued shields leaders from true accountability.
• The 2027 Calculus: Analysts view this Kalonzo-Gachagua alignment as a strategic play. By attacking the governors, they are appealing directly to the disillusioned youth of the North, bypassing the traditional gatekeepers.

The Reality on the Ground

For the ordinary mwananchi in Wajir or Garissa, this high-level political spat validates their daily struggle. Despite the promise of devolution, basic services remain a mirage. Healthcare systems are fragile, and drought response is perpetually reactionary.

"It is not about politics," Kalonzo insisted. [...](asc_slot://start-slot-1)"It is about humanity. [...](asc_slot://start-slot-3)You cannot claim to represent people you do not live with. You cannot claim to fight for people whose suffering you do not share."

This coordinated attack has sent shockwaves through the Council of Governors. It signals that the era of "handling the North with kid gloves" may be over. If the opposition and the government agree on one thing—that the governors are failing—then the governors are in serious trouble.