Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s potential reconciliation with retired President Uhuru Kenyatta appears imminent, yet it bears the hallmarks of a fragile alliance that could easily dissolve.Despite a history of camaraderie, marked by Gachagua's tenure as Kenyatta's personal assistant before pursuing other ventures, the two found themselves on opposing sides
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Ruto Dismisses al Shabaab Claims, Announces Madaraka Day in Northern Kenya
President William Ruto has firmly rejected allegations from the United Opposition regarding supposed secret meetings with al Shabaab in Northeastern Kenya. He emphasized that his commitment to a development agenda remains steadfast, unaffected by divisive political narratives.Ruto stated, “I am unsure what the United Opposition intends to achieve. When I
Gakuya to ODM: Join United Opposition Against Ruto’s 2027 Bid
Embakasi North MP James Gakuya has articulated the necessity for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to collaborate with the United Opposition in preparation for the 2027 General Elections.During the Vitu Kwa Ground YouTube podcast on January 17, 2025, Gakuya urged the ODM to unify with the United Opposition to establish
Ndindi Nyoro Breaks Silence on His Fallout With UDA, Ruto
Kiharu Member of Parliament (MP) Ndindi Nyoro has candidly discussed the origins of his contentious split with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party.In an interview on Wednesday night, January 14, 2026, with a local television station, Nyoro revealed that his rift with President William Ruto's party began when it
Murkomen Slams Gachagua Over Tribalism and Alcohol Policy
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has launched a strong critique of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, alleging tribal bias, policy ineptitude, and the exploitation of drug and alcohol abuse initiatives for personal benefit.In a candid interview on January 12, 2026, Murkomen addressed Gachagua’s track record directly. He remarked, “It is
ODM Approves UDA Coalition Talks in Kilifi Amid Internal Party Rift
On January 12, 2025, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Central Management Committee (CMC) convened in Vipingo, Kilifi, to discuss several significant matters.A key resolution from this meeting directed party leader Oburu Odinga to expedite the establishment of a formal pre-election coalition with other political entities, including the United Democratic Alliance
Millie Odhiambo Chides Owalo’s 2027 Presidential Bid
Millie Odhiambo, the Member of Parliament for Suba North, has expressed skepticism regarding Eliud Owalo's presidential ambitions for 2027.On her official Facebook page on Sunday, January 11, 2026, Odhiambo referred to Owalo's bid as insubstantial and a misguided pursuit.She suggested that if Owalo, who has recently stepped down from his
Opiyo Wandayi Hits Back at Critics of Broad-Based Government
Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Energy Opiyo Wandayi lashed out at critics of the broad-based government. He called them mere noisemakers.The CS stated these critics took no part in the talks that brought the Orange Democratic Movement into President William Ruto's administration.Wandayi spoke at interdenominational prayers at his Ugunja home on
ODM Leaders Reject Brokers, Insist Party Will Decide 2027 Path
Top ODM leaders pledged to protect their party at all costs. They won't let brokers sell it out to President William Ruto.Party figures like Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, Deputy Leader Godfrey Osotsi, and Siaya Governor James Orengo denied sending anyone to deal with Ruto's government.Sifuna stressed that ODM members will
Kindiki Dismisses Health Claims After Ruku’s Remarks at Baringo Event
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki rejected claims by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku about his health. He stressed that he feels fine, even with reports saying different.Kindiki shared a short post on X on December 22, 2025. He wrote, “I am well, very well!”His words came hours after Ruku told