- Iain Njiraini has urged Kenyans to make wise electoral choices in the 2027 General Election, and moving away from tribal politics
- He emphasised the importance of assertiveness and backing visionary leaders with proper manifestos
- Njiraini, a commercial pilot and motivational speaker, aims to transition into public leadership in 2027, driven by his commitment to societal change
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Iain Njiraini, a respected Kenyan commercial pilot, has called on the Kenyan electorate to make wise and informed choices in the upcoming 2027 General Election.
Njiraini urged that voters need to look beyond tribal affiliations and instead focus on the visions and manifestos of individual leaders.
He expressed concern that a huge number of Kenyans continue to support tribal politics, often at the expense of electing leaders who genuinely aim to drive national development and progress.
Njiraini pointed out a recurring trend in Kenyan politics where, despite calls for good leadership, tribal loyalties dominate electoral decisions.
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“People often say that we need good leaders like so and so. This usually happens after elections. But before the elections, people switch to serious tribal politics, and end up with the saying ‘it’s just a two-horse race,’ leaving us feeling powerless and hopeless,” he said.
His remarks point to a cyclical pattern in Kenya’s elections, where the electorate’s hopes for transformative leadership are hindered by entrenched tribal allegiances, which ultimately limit the pool of potential visionary leaders.
What did Iain Njiraini tell Kenyans ahead of the 2027 polls?
As the 2027 General Election approach, Njiraini urged Kenyans to be assertive and steadfast in supporting leaders who genuinely resonate with their aspirations and values.
He emphasised that meaningful change can only be achieved when voters rally behind visionary leaders all the way to the ballot box, without wavering due to tribal dynamics or political pressure.
“We need to be assertive and rally behind the leaders we believe in, all the way to the ballot box, because the leadership we get reflects who we are as a people,” he added.
Who is Iain Njiraini?
Njiraini is not only a commercial pilot but also a motivational speaker whose life story continues to inspire many.
He has been recognised for his remarkable journey in the aviation industry, having worked with Ninety Nines Flying Club and Tropic Air Kenya.
His determination was shaped by overcoming early skepticism, with critics once claiming he would never fly—a challenge he not only conquered but also used as fuel to build a thriving career.
Beyond his aviation achievements, Njiraini is passionate about empowering young people. Through motivational speaking, he addresses pressing societal issues such as depression and hopelessness, encouraging resilience, purpose, and self-belief.
Driven by his passion for societal change and leadership, Njiraini has set his sights on a new horizon—politics. He plans to vie for a political seat in the 2027 General Election, a move he sees as an extension of his influence into public leadership.
By transitioning into politics, Njiraini aims to leverage his platform and experiences to inspire positive change on a larger scale and addressing broader societal challenges.
In a previous story by TUKO.co.ke, Njiraini dispelled the misconception that pilots live glamorous lives and engage in multiple relationships.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
