Peter Mbae, the economic adviser for Democracy for Citizens (DCP), emphasized that the upcoming Ol Kalou by-election represents a pivotal opportunity for Mt. Kenya to assert its political influence over President William Ruto. In a statement shared on his social media on April 13, 2026, Mbae asserted that this mini-poll
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Orwoba Faults Ruto-Gachagua Clash Ahead of 2027 Elections
Former senator Gloria Orwoba has criticized President William Ruto for escalating tensions with his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, calling the confrontation unnecessary and politically dangerous ahead of the 2027 elections.In an interview on April 9, 2026, Orwoba condemned Ruto's public display of strength in the Mt. Kenya region, arguing it
Ruto vs Gachagua Battle for Mt Kenya Vote Heats Up Ahead of 2027
The contest for control over Mt. Kenya’s significant voting bloc is heating up, as President William Ruto and his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, engage in a critical political showdown ahead of the 2027 General Election.The spotlight is on the estimated 7.4 million voters in the Mt. Kenya region, a figure
Ruto’s 2027 Deputy President Pick Sparks ODM–UDA Power Struggle
The race for the deputy president position is quickly becoming a pivotal element in President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election strategy as coalition discussions gain momentum and political alliances begin to solidify.What was once viewed primarily as a constitutional formality has transformed into a crucial aspect of coalition-building, regional representation, and
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
Natembeya Rejects Gachagua’s 2027 Presidential Bid
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has firmly rejected the presidential aspirations of Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) and former Deputy President. In a decisive statement during a late-night television interview on March 11, 2026, he declared he would not support Gachagua, even if the
Gachagua Plans Rift Valley Tour Ahead of Kisii Opposition Rallies
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced his intention to visit President William Ruto’s stronghold in the Rift Valley. During an interview with Emoo FM on Friday, February 20, 2026, the leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) shared his plans to hold meet-the-people rallies in Mulot, Bomet town,
Mt Kenya Leaders Threaten Exit Over Kindiki DP Talks
A group of leaders from the Mt. Kenya region, aligned with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party, has expressed strong intentions to withdraw from the broad-based government if discussions to remove Kithure Kindiki from his position as Deputy President continue. On February 13, 2026, Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki spearheaded
Salasya Terms SHA as “Scam” in Sharp Clash With Wamuchomba
Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya has responded sharply to Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba's recent allegations that politicians are misleading Mt Kenya residents regarding the Social Health Authority (SHA). In a post on his official X account early Sunday morning, February 1, 2026, Salasya labeled the SHA program
Kabando Warns Attacks on Gachagua Risk Weakening Opposition
Former Mukurweini MP Kabando wa Kabando has strongly criticized the recent public attacks on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from his former allies. He argues that these disputes seem personal and threaten to undermine efforts to challenge President William Ruto.In a comprehensive post on X on January 20, 2026, Kabando