Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi has stirred fresh political debate after calling for a united opposition front backing ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna for the presidency, in what he described as a push for “generational change” in Kenya’s leadership.

In a strongly worded political statement, Amisi urged opposition leaders, including DCP Party leader Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, to rally behind Sifuna as a consensus presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the next election.

“If truly you want change, Rigathi Gachagua and Kalonzo Musyoka must support ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna for presidency,” Amisi said. “We will send Ruto home and achieve generational change at the same time.”

His remarks have sparked renewed discussion on opposition unity and succession politics, as early positioning begins to take shape ahead of the next electoral cycle.

Amisi framed his message as part of a broader political movement he described as a “national awakening,” insisting that meaningful change would require patience, consistency, and sacrifice.

“We do not promise this change in one day. It could take time,” he said. “There will be noise, naysayers will be many, and many will get tired—but the journey must begin.”

The MP argued that all political revolutions begin modestly before gaining national momentum, adding that Kenya was due for what he termed a “renaissance” in leadership and governance.

“All revolutions start in small tiny alleys with few truthful men and women and spread like bush fire when the nation comes to realisation,” he said.

Amisi emphasized that opposition leaders must remain united and intentional, warning against returning to what he described as the “status quo” after years of political struggle.

“We cannot have fought the government this long, lose lives of young people, only to go back to status quo,” he stated.

The Saboti legislator also dismissed internal criticism within political formations, saying disagreements and accusations of betrayal are part of long-standing political dynamics.

“Calling people with divergent views moles is as old as politics itself,” he said. “Change is painful, and I am happy the pain is being felt. Truth is uncomfortable.”

His remarks come at a time when political alliances are gradually taking shape, with leaders across the political divide engaging in early positioning, coalition talk, and succession strategy discussions ahead of future elections.

Amisi concluded by calling for persistence in pushing for systemic change, insisting that Kenya must undergo a fundamental political transformation.

“We must disturb the stubborn status quo. Kenya needs a renaissance,” he said.

The comments are expected to fuel further debate within opposition ranks, particularly over leadership structure, coalition strategy, and potential presidential contenders in the evolving political landscape.