In a clear strategic move aimed at restructuring Kenya’s political dynamics, the National Liberal Party (NLP) under the leadership of Augustus Kyalo Muli has today officially launched a nationwide mass membership registration drive — a central pillar in its 2027 General Election blueprint.
The launch, held at the party’s Kitui branch offices, marked the beginning of what party insiders are calling a full-scale “revamp and reactivation” campaign, targeting both urban and rural regions across all 47 counties. Kyalo Muli was joined by NLP Secretary General Omondi K’Oyoo during the event, underscoring the unity within the party’s top leadership.
“The NLP is not just preparing for 2027 — we are reorganizing the entire idea of political participation in this country,” said Kyalo Muli. “This mass registration is our way of laying a firm foundation for inclusive and responsive leadership.”
Strategic Timing and Grassroots Momentum
The timing of the membership drive is anything but random. It coincides with the party’s two-week national notice calling for nominations of grassroots leaders in every county. This exercise, which precedes NLP’s grassroots elections scheduled for early May, is set to consolidate the party’s structures at polling station, sub-branch, branch, and county levels.
Interested applicants have until May 1, 2025, at 11:59 PM to submit their nominations — either online through the party’s official website (www.nationalliberalparty.co.ke) or physically at NLP offices countrywide.
The nomination exercise will run from May 3 to May 6, with each day dedicated to a different organizational level.
According to the party’s official nomination guidelines, all leadership selections will be done through consensus or show of hands, with the party committing to resolve disputes within 12 hours via established internal mechanisms.
Further, NLP has emphasized gender compliance across all party organs, with automatic nominations being granted in cases where only one valid application is received for a position.
Political observers interpret these moves as a deliberate attempt by NLP to position itself as a modern, efficient, and people-driven alternative in a political arena often marred by bureaucracy, tribalism, and factionalism.
The Bigger Picture: NLP’s National Ambition
Though previously seen as a fringe political player, NLP’s current activities suggest a party on the rise — with Kyalo Muli at the helm, determined to transform the NLP into a national force by mid-2026.
“There’s a method to this momentum,” noted Dr. Naomi Wanjiru, a political analyst. “NLP is building from the ground up — that’s what Kenya’s politics has lacked. This is a test of their grassroots capacity and leadership discipline.”
In Kitui, where the launch was held, there was clear evidence of local buy-in. Youth groups, women leaders, and local professionals showed up in large numbers — some registering on the spot.
Whether this momentum can be sustained nationwide remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: NLP is no longer watching from the sidelines. It’s positioning itself as a contender.
