Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) boss Francis Atwoli hosted Roots Party leader George Wajackoyah at his Ildamat home on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
According to Atwoli, Wajackoyah visited him in his capacity as a Luhya elder to affirm his loyalty.
“Today, George Wajackoyah visited me at my Ildamat home, in my capacity as a Luhya elder, to affirm his loyalty,” Atwoli stated in a post on X on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
The COTU boss noted that he would give the Luhya community political direction at a time when political realignments are taking shape.
“He has given me a strong assurance that he will abide by any political direction that I shall provide for the Luhya nation,” the COTU boss added.
Live performance
Invoking his status as an elder of the community, Atwoli stated that Wajackoyah had pledged to follow his guidance once he speaks.
Wajackoyah went bearing gifts for his host, presenting a sheep that was accepted by his host.
The clip shows Atwoli and his guests swaying to smooth Rhumba tunes, belted out by Zeget Delongeur.
The musician honed his skills with the acclaimed Bilenge Musica before stepping out to form his band.
The trade unionist is a Rhumba enthusiast who has, in the past, shared videos showing him swaying to tunes.
Atwoli’s political influence
With a career spanning several decades, Atwoli has become a key figure in public discourse, labour rights advocacy, and political activism in the country.
His commanding presence, bold statements, and charismatic personality have made him a controversial public figure and respected leader who has been shaping Kenyan politics for decades.
His Ildamat home has in the past been a beehive of activities in the days preceding presidential elections, with delegations trooping in for discussions.
In the last two presidential elections, the COTU boss threw his weight behind former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
Despite his endorsement, the opposition candidate failed to clinch the seat.
After Odinga’s loss in the 2022 election, the COTU boss warmed up to President Ruto’s government.
