Uhuru Loses Key Jubilee Ally as Pauline Njoroge Quits Party

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has lost one of his longest-serving political allies after Pauline Njoroge announced her resignation from the Jubilee Party, ending a 14-year journey that saw her rise from a communications officer to one of the party’s top officials.

Njoroge, who served as Jubilee Party’s Deputy Organizing Secretary and a member of its National Executive Committee (NEC), said she had resigned from all party positions and relinquished her membership with immediate effect.

Her departure marks the exit of one of the most recognizable faces in Jubilee’s communications machinery, having defended the party and Kenyatta through some of Kenya’s most turbulent political moments.

In a statement, Njoroge said the decision followed months of reflection and was motivated by her desire to fully dedicate herself to the Linda Mwananchi movement.

“Every meaningful journey reaches a point where one must embrace a new season. For me, that moment has arrived,” she said.

Njoroge joined The National Alliance (TNA) in 2012 as Communications Manager before the party merged with the United Republican Party (URP) to form the Jubilee Party. She remained with the outfit throughout its evolution, eventually becoming Deputy Organizing Secretary.

During her tenure, she emerged as one of Kenyatta’s most trusted communicators, frequently defending the former President and Jubilee policies both during his administration and after he left office.

Despite her exit, Njoroge reserved glowing praise for Kenyatta, describing him as a mentor who shaped both her political career and leadership journey.

“I am especially grateful to the Jubilee Party Leader, H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta, who has been more than a leader to me. He has been a mentor, a teacher and a political father. He believed in me, entrusted me with responsibility and invested in my growth,” she said.

She added that Kenyatta had exposed her to leadership and governance experiences across Africa and internationally, broadening her understanding of public service.

However, Njoroge said her involvement with the Linda Mwananchi movement since February had convinced her that it offers a stronger platform for advancing good governance, constitutionalism, accountability and servant leadership.

She also aligned herself with the broader “Wantam” movement, saying it represents a call for political transition and national renewal anchored on integrity, the rule of law and people-centred leadership.

“It is for this reason that I have made the difficult but deeply considered decision to dedicate myself fully to this cause,” she said.

Although Njoroge insisted she leaves Jubilee with gratitude and respect, her resignation is likely to be viewed as another blow to the former ruling party, which has seen several influential members drift toward new political formations as Kenya’s political landscape continues to shift ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Her exit also raises fresh questions about Jubilee’s ability to retain senior figures as opposition politics undergoes significant realignment, with leaders increasingly rallying around new movements and alliances seeking to challenge President William Ruto’s administration.