Nakuru Muslim Association Urges Youth To Shape 2027 Polls

By Elijah Cherutich

The Nakuru Muslim Association has urged young people to take an active role in governance ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that their exclusion risks deepening political manipulation.

Addressing a Muslim youth engagement forum at the Nakuru Red Cross, chairman Faez Ahmed Nasher said the youth remain a vital force in national discourse and must be deliberately included in shaping the country’s agenda.

Nasher faulted political leaders for failing to meaningfully engage young people, leaving a vacuum that exposes them to exploitation.

“As Ramadan comes to an end, we have seen numerous invitations to different forums, yet young people are rarely included. That is why we found it necessary to bring them together. These are the Gen Zs who raised critical issues in 2024, and their inclusion in politics is non-negotiable,” he said.

Secretary General Abdulkadir Adan Juma said the Iftar programme was designed to mentor young people and equip them with leadership skills necessary for effective participation.

He observed that a widening disconnect between leaders and the youth continues to fuel friction.

“Young people are central to progressive leadership, and we must intentionally create space for them,” he said.

The association further called on the youth to participate in the upcoming mass voter registration exercise, terming it a key step in influencing the country’s leadership and policy direction.