Ndia Member of Parliament (MP) George Kariuki has announced his intention to vie for the post of Deputy President in the 2027 General Elections. He has stated his willingness to deputise President William Ruto in case he wins re-election.
The MP of Ndaraca Grounds in Juja constituency made the declaration on Monday, October 12, 2026, when he said all the seats, including the presidency and vice presidency, would be contested in the next elections. Kariuki added that Ruto would have to go back to the people for a new mandate to continue with his agenda and that he would fight for the slot.
“I will be pushing hard to get this seat, and I hope you will give it to me when I come for you,” said Kariuki, as reported by People Daily.
The MP’s remarks indicate his desire to be Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 presidential election, though he has not officially declared his candidacy or received any endorsement from Ruto.
Kariuki is vying for the position, having previously expressed his interest in the post and stating his qualifications for the post. The MP told Nairobi Leo newspaper on September 20, 2026, that he had been in politics for ten years and had a master’s degree in public policy management.
He further argued that the people of Mount Kenya should decide who will be their deputy presidential candidate instead of politicians’ backroom dealings.
“I will work with whoever you want me to work with if they get this ticket. If you make that decision, I am ready to follow up on your man, even if he is not me,” he said.
The MP’s comments come as speculation mounts over who Ruto will choose as his running mate in the 2027 presidential election. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki remains in office as the immediate heir to the presidency after being elected in the wake of the Ndia MP Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment.
The MP’s announcement does not indicate that he has the backing of the ruling party or Ruto himself. Kariuki will have to campaign for the slot and garner support from the party and voters in the build-up to the elections.