The premature obsession with the next elections in Kenya, only one year after the current leaders assumed office, is a confusing and counterproductive trend.

It is indeed worrying to witness top politicians already engrossed in discussions about the next electoral cycle, while the people who elected them are grappling with the harsh realities of a high cost of living and unfulfilled promises.

This fixation on future elections diverts attention from the pressing issues that demand immediate action.

One year is hardly sufficient for any administration to fully implement its policies and deliver on the pledges made during the campaign.

It takes time to set a solid foundation for governance, understand the intricacies of the elected positions, and address the many challenges that the nation faces.

The early rush into electioneering mode implies that the primary focus of many politicians may be on securing their political futures, rather than diligently serving the needs of the Kenyan people.

The fixation on the next election also raises concerns about the potential misuse of public resources for political purposes.

The electorate expects its leaders to prioritize economic development, job creation, healthcare, education, infrastructure, and social welfare.

Questions on who should or will run against the other in 2027, or which community or voting block should be marshaled to improve their support for a particular candidate in an election that is four years away, should be the least of our concerns today.

Politicians must remember that their performance in office should be the determining factor in whether or not they get re-elected.

Voters should be given the opportunity to assess their leaders’ effectiveness in addressing the country’s challenges over the course of their term.

Also, guess what! We have another 1,397 days to make that decision.  

By Fred Indimuli, host Morning Cafe breakfast show