Youth urged to seek elective positions on Jubilee ticket

By Lawrence Ongaro

Young people across the country have been urged to turn out in large numbers in the next General Election and vote for a new generation of leaders.

Jubilee Party Chairman Vincent Kemosi said the party was ready to offer opportunities to aspiring leaders seeking to contest various elective positions on its ticket.

He made the remarks on Friday, July 31, during the Thika Leadership Summit 2026 held at the Salvation Army Hall in Thika.

More than 1,000 young people attended the summit, whose theme was “Youth Power, Empowerment and Change.”

Kemosi said the time had come for young people to actively pursue leadership positions in politics.

“This is the time for young people to register in large numbers and seek leadership positions in politics,” he said.

He also cautioned young people against allowing themselves to be manipulated by politicians into joining criminal gangs that disrupt political meetings.

Kemosi said it was unfortunate that many people had lost their lives as a result of violence perpetrated by such gangs.

He urged Kenyans to support Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang’i in his bid for the presidency.

“Matiang’i demonstrated his ability to deliver during former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s administration and therefore has the experience and competence to lead the country,” Kemosi said.

Leaders warn against political violence

Jubilee’s Gatundu parliamentary aspirant Joe Kigara commended party members who attended the summit and described Jubilee as a national party deserving of support from Kenyans.

“I would like all those seeking various elective positions on the Jubilee ticket to hold joint meetings so that we can discuss important party matters together,” Kigara said.

He encouraged young people to contest various elective positions on the Jubilee ticket, saying this was their opportunity to demonstrate their leadership abilities.

Pastor Robert Burale also urged young people not to allow themselves to be exploited by politicians.

Some Jubilee Party members attend the Thika Leadership Summit 2026 at the Salvation Army Hall in Thika. Photo/Lawrence Ongaro.

He said the main role of hired gangs was to intimidate, attack and even kill innocent people.

“If given the opportunity, these gangs can invade homes and even sexually assault women. The government should not treat this matter lightly,” Burale said.

He warned that if the government failed to deal with the gangs early enough, they could destabilise the entire country, leaving citizens vulnerable.

Burale further advised young people to uphold good morals, especially when seeking leadership positions.

Borabu constituency parliamentary aspirant Morara Kebaso also encouraged young people to actively pursue leadership opportunities and warned them against being used by politicians for violent or unlawful activities.

During the event, more than 30 leaders from different parts of the country, including Narok, Nakuru, Kisii, Thika and Nairobi, introduced themselves to the audience and announced their intention to contest various elective positions on the Jubilee Party ticket.