The corridors of Parliament are awash with nervous whispers. Kitui Central MP Makali Mulu has dropped a bombshell, warning his colleagues that they are walking into a political slaughterhouse come the 2027 General Election.

Speaking on national television, the seasoned legislator did not mince his words. He painted a grim picture of an electorate that is tired, broke, and angry. With the economy biting hard and the cost of living soaring, the patience of the "Wanjiku" voter has evaporated. Mulu’s assessment is not just a warning; it is a forecast of a democratic correction.

A Brutal Reality Check

Mulu was reacting to comments by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, who had hinted that over half of the current MPs might not make it back. Mulu believes the Speaker was being generous. "The reality is far worse," he argued.

• The Accountability Deficit: Voters are scrutinizing every vote, every bill, and every silence. The days of phantom development projects are over. If you haven't delivered, you are done.
• Economic Anger: The high taxes and perceived extravagance of the political class have created a toxic environment for incumbents. Re-election campaigns will face hostile crowds demanding answers, not slogans.

The Writing on the Wall

For first-term MPs who thought the seat was a ticket to comfort, Mulu’s words are a cold shower. The scrutiny is intense. Every CDF shilling is being tracked. The MP who spends weekends in Nairobi instead of the village is signing their political death warrant.

"You cannot eat public money and expect applause," Mulu warned. As 2027 looms, the panic in the House is palpable. The purge is coming, and few will survive.