Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua engaged in discussions with Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Oburu Odinga in Machakos, gathering at the home of Senator Agnes Kavindu to express condolences following the death of her son, Moses Muthama.Kiambu Senator Karung’o Thang’wah, who accompanied Gachagua, shared photographs of the meeting on
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Gachagua Teargassed During Prayer Service in Othaya
Former Deputy President and current DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua experienced another incident of teargassing while attending a prayer service in Othaya, Nyeri County. Raw images from the scene depict the beleaguered opposition leader fleeing for safety, leaping over a barbed wire fence as he was escorted by individuals presumed to
Morara Kebaso Predicts Karua’s Exit from United Opposition
Political activist and civic educator Morara Kebaso has suggested that PLP leader Martha Karua may soon depart from the United Opposition. In an interview on the Iko Nini Podcast, aired on Saturday, January 25, 2026, Morara forecasted potential fractures within the coalition as the 2027 elections approach.Having previously been part
Matiang’i Announces Party Shake-Up, Revives Jubilee Foundation
On Thursday, January 22, 2026, former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i announced significant changes within the Jubilee Party following a meeting of the National Executive Committee (NEC). The party will revive the Jubilee Foundation, a constitutional body that has been inactive for some time. Matiang’i articulated the rationale behind this
Joho to Lead Raila’s 81st Birthday Tribute Honouring His Legacy
Ali Hassan Joho, Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs, plans to celebrate the late opposition leader Raila Odinga's 81st birthday. He calls Odinga a symbol of strength. Odinga's ideas still guide new leaders.Joho shared a statement. Leaders and supporters will meet today, January 7. They aim to
Lawyer Ndegwa Njiru Defends Sifuna Amid ODM Ouster Talks
Advocate Ndegwa Njiru defends Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. Sifuna serves as Orange Democratic Movement Secretary General. Party leaders push to remove him.Njiru posted on his X account early January 5, 2025. He said Sifuna keeps his Senate seat even if he joins United Opposition.Staying in ODM now harms Sifuna's chances,
Gachagua Blames Moses Kuria for By-Election Loss
Rigathi Gachagua, the former Deputy President, has accused Moses Kuria, the former Public Service Cabinet Secretary, of being responsible for the opposition's defeat in the November 27, 2025, Mbeere North parliamentary by-election.During an interview with a local TV station on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, Gachagua stated that the Chama Cha
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