Makueni Senator Daniel Maanzo has delivered a stark message to President William Ruto, asserting that the Head of State has substantially diminished his support base as the 2027 General Election approaches. This assertion comes amid ongoing verbal exchanges with opposition leaders.In a recent interview on a local television station, Maanzo
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ODM Row Deepens as Gladys Wanga Insists on Single NDC
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has declared that there will be a single National Delegates’ Conference (NDC) for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).During a press briefing at the party headquarters on Thursday, March 19, 2026, Wanga rejected the Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi faction's calls for a parallel NDC, asserting that
Ruto Intensifies Western Kenya Campaign Ahead of 2027 Elections
President William Ruto finds himself navigating a complex political landscape as he intensifies his efforts to garner support in Western Kenya, a region that has emerged as a critical battleground ahead of the 2027 elections.His recent tour of the influential counties of Busia, Bungoma, Kakamega, and Vihiga illustrates a strategic
Wamuchomba Demands Apology from Karungo wa Thangwa Over Funeral Remarks
Githunguru MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has called for a public apology from Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thangwa following controversial remarks made during the senator's mother's burial. Wamuchomba accused him of spreading false claims and politicizing the funeral.In a pointed public letter to Senator wa Thangwa, Wamuchomba explained that she had initially
IEBC Sets May 14 Date for Emurua Dikirr By-Election
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced May 14 as the date for the by-election in the Emurua Dikirr constituency. This decision paves the way for a significant political contest to fill the seat left vacant by the passing of long-serving MP Johanna Ng’eno.Ng’eno, who was 53, tragically
UDA Completes Repeat Phase III Grassroots Elections in 18 Counties
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced the successful conclusion of the Repeat Phase III grassroots elections organized by the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) across 18 counties. On Saturday, March 14, 2026, Kindiki shared this news via his official X account shortly after addressing the media at Hustler Plaza. He emphasized that
ODM Leaders Visit Tuju’s Dari Business Park Over Police Presence
ODM Chairperson Gladys Wanga, along with MPs Otiende Amolo (Rarieda) and Babu Owino (Embakasi East), visited the Dari Business Park on Saturday to show their support for former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju. The leaders voiced their concerns regarding the ongoing police presence at the facility owned by Tuju and urged
Passaris Urges End to Tribal Politics After Mutahi Ngunyi Remarks
Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Muthoni Passaris has urged Kenya to transcend tribe-based politics, responding to political analyst Mutahi Ngunyi's comments regarding Kikuyu voting patterns.In a statement released on March 14, 2026, Passaris addressed Ngunyi’s remarks and advocated for a more mature national political dialogue.Ngunyi had directed a message to the
Caleb Amisi: Linda Mwananchi Team to Reveal Leadership After ODM NDC
Caleb Amisi, the Saboti Member of Parliament and a key member of the Linda Mwananchi team led by Edwin Sifuna, has announced plans to reveal their leadership lineup shortly after the Orange Democratic Movement’s (ODM) forthcoming National Delegates’ Conference (NDC).In an interview with the Alfa House Podcast, aired on March
Oburu Oginga Reflects on Succeeding Raila as ODM Leader
Oburu Oginga, the leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), expressed uncertainty about whether he can fully embody the legacy of his late brother, Raila Odinga, whom he succeeded as party leader. During an Iftar dinner hosted by President William Ruto at State House in Mombasa on the evening of