Speaking on Citizen TV’s JKLive programme, Lumumba suggested that Uhuru appears worried about his legacy.
He pointed to the popular saying that one is not successful until their successor succeeds.
According to Lumumba, the current state of the nation has placed Uhuru on tenterhooks, prompting his recent public interventions.
Lumumba observed that Uhuru’s recent warnings to Mt. Kenya residents against re-electing President William Ruto reflect a deeper concern.
The former president had cautioned the region not to repeat past mistakes and also advised the church to stay out of politics.
The analyst argued that these statements show Uhuru actively trying to influence political outcomes, even after leaving office.
He described the moves as calculated rather than casual remarks from a retired leader.
The discussion comes at a time when political temperatures are rising, with various actors positioning themselves ahead of the next polls.
Uhuru’s comments have sparked debate about the role of former presidents in national affairs and whether they should maintain complete silence or continue offering guidance.
Lumumba’s analysis has stirred reactions from both supporters and critics of the current administration.
While some view Uhuru’s statements as legitimate counsel from an experienced statesman, others see them as an attempt to undermine the sitting government.
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