President William Ruto confidently addressed the rising "Ruto Must Go" and "One Term" chants, viewing them as a natural part of democracy. During a media roundtable in Wajir, he welcomed Kenyans' freedom to express their opinions, including political slogans aimed at his administration.He emphasized that these chants, which gained traction
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Paul Waiganjo Dumps DCP for UDA After Ol Kalou Primaries
Paul Waiganjo, the runner-up in the recent DCP Ol Kalou Constituency primaries, has joined the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), citing unfair practices in the nomination process.During a meeting in Nakuru with Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano and Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira on May 28, 2026, Waiganjo expressed his belief
Gachagua Praises DCP’s Vincent Rotich After Emurua Dikirr Loss
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua praised Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) candidate Vincent Rotich for his strong performance in the Emurua Dikirr by-election, highlighting its significant impact on political dynamics in the South Rift region.In a statement on his social media on May 15, 2026, Gachagua congratulated Rotich for securing
Junet Denies Misusing ODM Agent Funds in 2022 Election
National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed denied claims that he mishandled funds for Orange Democratic Movement election agents in the 2022 General Election.He pointed the finger at people close to former President Uhuru Kenyatta.Junet issued a statement on Saturday. He replied to ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna. Sifuna had asked
Wahome Thuku Downplays Gachagua’s Influence in Mt Kenya Politics
Political analyst and lawyer Wahome Thuku has downplayed the perceived influence of Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for Citizens' Party, in the Mt Kenya region.On his Facebook page, Wahome stated that little would alter even if Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Wiper Patriotic Front, and Fred Matiang’i, deputy leader
Moses Omondi Wins Ugunja By-Election With Emphatic Lead
Moses Omondi, the ODM candidate, secured a commanding lead in the Ugunja Constituency by-election, garnering 9,227 votes in a closely watched contest across Siaya County.Orodi Odhiambo, the Wiper Party's closest challenger, received 1,819 votes, and Fredrick Ochiel of UDM secured third place with 1,200 votes.Other candidates consisted of Benson Obol
ODM Condemns Rising Violence Ahead of Kasipul By-Election
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has released a firm statement regarding the rising violence in Kasipul Constituency in anticipation of the by-election scheduled for November 27.In a press release dated November 7, 2027, ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga stated, “The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party vehemently condemns the increasing acts