Former President Uhuru Kenyatta chaired a Jubilee Party National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting at the party's headquarters in Nairobi, marking a major step in its internal reorganization after months of legal and political disputes.
This was the first NEC meeting convened since the conclusion of a series of court cases that had threatened to derail the party’s leadership and operations. Uhuru, however, attended the session virtually.
The developments come as the party begins intensifying its renewed effort by the former ruling party to reassert itself in Kenya’s political landscape.
In a statement issued after the meeting, the party indicated that the session focused on reviewing the state of party affairs, assessing progress on ongoing programmes, and charting a strategic path to strengthen Jubilee’s structures and operations countrywide.
“The meeting deliberated on key issues affecting the party, including a comprehensive review of party affairs, progress made on ongoing programmes, and strategic plans for reinvigorating the party’s structures and operations,” the statement read.
Deputy Secretary General Pauline Njoroge also confirmed the meeting, terming it “crucial” and a “significant step in reaffirming the Jubilee Party’s ideals, strategic direction, and internal unity.”
She added that the party remains committed to its role in the opposition and will continue to advocate for the rights and interests of Kenyans, particularly in a season of shifting political alliances.
The meeting comes at a time when there appears to be a renewed political activity among former allies of the Azimio coalition and a push by opposition forces to regroup ahead of the 2027 elections.
Kenyatta, who has maintained a relatively low political profile since leaving office, appeared keen on ensuring the party’s survival and relevance, according to the party's communication.
As the Jubilee Party charts its next course, the leadership has promised to strengthen engagement with grassroots supporters, bolster internal cohesion, and re-establish its voice in national discourse.
On July 1, the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) officially confirmed Kenyatta as the leader of the Jubilee Party.
Through a gazette notice, the registrar effectively ended the leadership wrangles at the party after a rival faction led by nominated Member of Parliament Sabina Chege and East African Legislative Assembly MP Kanini Kega claimed control of the party.
The conflict began after the Kega-Chege faction sought to oust Kenyatta’s allies, claiming the former president and his team had been removed and replaced through internal processes.
