Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala has ruled out the party joining the Azimio coalition in its current form, instead proposing direct engagement with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna after opposition parties resolve their differences and agree on a framework for a possible coalition.
“We, as DCP, cannot get into Azimio. Let them unite first, then we can join hands with Sifuna, meet and agree on how to form a coalition,” Malala said.
The remarks signal a distinct position by DCP as opposition parties intensify efforts to forge political alliances ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Malala said DCP would be prepared to work with Sifuna once the opposition had established a clear basis for cooperation. His comments place Sifuna at the centre of discussions involving parties seeking to build an alternative political coalition.
Malala has previously declared his support for Sifuna’s presidential ambitions, saying he would back the Nairobi senator in the 2027 contest.
The DCP official has also called for opposition parties to first address their internal divisions before entering into a wider coalition arrangement. His latest remarks suggest that DCP prefers negotiations around a new political framework rather than joining an existing Azimio structure.
The comments come as opposition leaders continue consultations over possible alliances, with different parties exploring various formations ahead of the next General Election.
The coalition question has become a major issue within the opposition, with leaders weighing whether to retain existing political arrangements, establish new alliances or rally behind individual presidential aspirants.
Malala’s position adds to the growing debate over how opposition parties will organise themselves and select their presidential standard-bearer for 2027.
He said any coalition agreement should be reached through discussions among the parties involved, with leaders meeting to determine the structure, leadership and terms of cooperation.
The DCP deputy leader’s proposal now places further attention on possible talks between his party and Sifuna’s camp as opposition formations continue positioning themselves for the 2027 political battle.
