The Two Faces of Opiyo Wandayi: The ‘Watcher’ Who Now Uses Luo Votes While Kenyans Pay the Price

The Man Who Saw the Theft But Did Not Stop It: The True Story of Opiyo Wandayi

Opiyo Wandayi once appeared to fight corruption. He asked tough questions on TV, looking like a hero, but the truth is different.

While he watched billions disappear, he rarely stopped the thieves. Villagers, farmers, and youth lost money meant for schools, tools, and jobs.

Opiyo Wandayi during a government function while ordinary Kenyans face rising costs (Source: KD)

The NYS “Watchdog” That Failed

As Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee, Wandayi questioned officials who stole billions from the National Youth Service.

On TV, it looked serious. In reality, most suspects walked free, and the money never returned.

The promises he made to protect public funds disappeared with the billions, and insiders say that he received millions to let go of the case.

The Energy Gatekeeper

Today, Wandayi runs the Energy Ministry. Farmers pay high diesel prices for tractors. Shopkeepers pay high electricity bills. Yet he supports deals that do not reduce costs for ordinary people.

Political Promises That Don’t Deliver

Wandayi tells villagers they are in government because he is a cabinet secretary.

He has asked people to vote for his nephew and supports political campaigns to keep his influence. But many see through this.

He cannot mobilize voters effectively, and people know the benefits never reach them.

Farmers and shopkeepers continue to struggle with high energy and fuel costs

Insider Knowledge or Insider Excuses?

In 2025, Wandayi said he opposed policies because he had “scant information.”

Now, as an insider, he claims the same policies are “smart.” Ordinary Kenyans pay for these “smart” deals, while he enjoys a government salary and perks.

The Bottom Line for the Villager

Wandayi changes his stance for his own gain. He appears heroic, but the villager’s pocket empties daily.

Farmers, shopkeepers, and families continue to struggle while he uses his position to build political influence.

His promises of helping the community are empty.

Electricity bills rise, diesel stays expensive, and political promises fail.

The man who once claimed to protect public money now serves companies, family interests, and his political career, not the villagers.

Ordinary Kenyans can see the truth: he has switched sides.

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