As the year 2025 unfolds, it favours two types of politicians, irrespective of what they do.

There are those who struggle to be in good books with President William Ruto, his inner circle, and power brokers.

There also are those charting independent political paths, command growing followings, and have political presence.

There are times, however, when the two clash and raise doubts as to whether, as 'leaders', they have lost common sense.