Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has defended the county's move to transfer hospital deposit accounts to Sidian Bank.Sakaja informed the Senate Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations that the shift was motivated by administrative and financial factors.The previous bank had caused delays in processing salaries, making it challenging for the county
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Oburu Allays ODM Split Claims as Party Tension Rises
The leader of the ODM party, Oburu Odinga, has rejected efforts to split the party, stating that it remains unified and committed as the 2027 General Election approaches.Oburu ruled out the possibility of factional pressure destabilising the party, noting that instead, ODM is gearing up to fortify its grassroots and
Museveni Blames Kenya’s Changing Presidency for Indian Ocean Access Stalemate
Ruto Defends “Shoot the Leg” Order Amid Human Rights Outcry
Wandayi Signals Support for Ruto’s 2027 Re-Election Amid ODM Divisions
Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi has expressed his readiness to collaborate with President William Ruto beyond the extensive arrangement and to endorse his re-election in 2027.While addressing a gathering in Turkana South on November 6, 2025, Wandayi remarked that certain members of the ODM party pledged to adhere to Baba’s final
Arati Reaffirms ODM’s Commitment to Ruto–Raila Broad-Based Pact
The Orange Democratic Party (ODM) Deputy Party Leader and Kisii Governor Simba Arati has reaffirmed the party’s dedication to uphold the principles of the broad-based coalition formed by President William Ruto and the late party leader Raila Odinga.During a gathering with ODM supporters in Nakuru on Wednesday, November 5, 2025,
Alai Cautious Over Sifuna’s Remarks Ahead of Magarini By-Election
Yesterday's remarks made by Orange Democratic Movement ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna regarding the impending by-elections have alarmed Kileleshwa Member of County Assembly (MCA) Robert Alai. On Saturday, November 1, 2025, Alai posted a statement on his X page explaining how the SG's comments regarding the impending by-election and cautions
Amendment Bill Good for the Nation, Ruto Confirms
The amendment Bills assented to last week are measures meant to protect the nation from illegal actions that undermine the wellbeing of the people and the security of the country, President William Ruto has said.The President warned Kenyans to be cautious of those who want to use misinformation and disinformation
Sabina Chege: ODM To Survive Beyond Raila Odinga Despite Possible Defections
Jubilee nominated MP Sabina Chege has expressed confidene that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will withstand the current political turbulence following the death of its long-serving leader, Raila Odinga.Speaking during a TV morning breakfast show, Chege said the party’s foundation is strong enough to outlive individual defections and internal disagreements.
Pauline Njoroge Faults Ruto’s Remarks on Dissenting Voices in ODM
Jubilee Party Deputy Organising Secretary Pauline Njoroge has taken issue with President William Ruto’s remarks about the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) during the burial of the late opposition leader Raila Amolo Odinga.In a post on her X account on Sunday, October 19, 2025, Njoroge said she was disappointed by the