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
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Osotsi Slams Wanga as Homa Bay ODM Rift Deepens
Senator Godfrey Osotsi, the Deputy Party Leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), has openly criticized Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga for allegedly marginalizing party members personally introduced to ODM by Raila Odinga. In a post on X dated February 26, 2026, Osotsi stated, “Hon @gladyswanga is undermining and opposing
Manyora: Ruto Used UNEP Appointment to Weaken Ida Odinga’s Influence
Political analyst Herman Manyora has articulated how President William Ruto strategically diminished the influence of Ida Odinga, the spouse of the late Raila Odinga, by appointing her as the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Representative to Kenya.During his daily analysis on Tuesday, February 11, 2026, Manyora critiqued this decision, suggesting
Oburu Odinga: ODM to Team Up With Ruto’s UDA Beyond 2027
Oburu Oginga, leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), stated that his party will join forces with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) starting in 2027 and continuing after. He said the planned coalition will hand ODM a larger role.Oburu made these comments at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of
Oburu Odinga Dismisses Claims of Sifuna’s Expulsion from ODM
The newly ppointed Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Oburu Odinga has denied claims that the Nairobi Senator and ODM’s Secretary General, Edwin Sifuna, will be expelled from the Orange Party.In an interview with a local TV station on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, the Siaya senator stated that the SG is
David Ochieng Eyes to Unseat Orengo in 2027, Promises to Transform Siaya
Hon. David Ouma Ochieng, the Member for Ugenya Constituency, has affirmed his commitment to transforming Siaya County into an economic powerhouse by tapping into its abundant natural resources.Ochieng, who has now served as an MP for three consecutive terms, says Siaya stands among Kenya’s richest counties, blessed with immense natural