Tag: opposition politics

Sifuna: TIFA Poll Shows United Opposition Can Defeat Ruto in 2027

by Chris Omondi -

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has responded to the recent TIFA opinion poll that ranks him as the second most favored presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. He emphasizes that these findings illustrate the increasing backing for the Linda Mwananchi movement nationwide.During an interview with Western media outlets on Friday,

Sifuna Rejects Babu’s Proposed Linda Mwananchi Lineup

by Chris Omondi -

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has firmly rejected the proposed leadership structure for the soon-to-be-launched Linda Mwananchi party, as recently suggested by Embakasi East MP Babu Owino.During an engaging interview with Western Kenya media on Friday, July 24, 2026, Sifuna, the dynamic leader of the Linda Mwananchi movement, addressed the speculation,

Wamalwa Denies Natembeya Has Quit DAP-K

by Chris Omondi -

Eugene Wamalwa, the leader of the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K), firmly refuted claims that Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has departed the party to join Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi movement. In an interview with a local media outlet on July 24, 2026, Wamalwa asserted that Natembeya

Njeri Maina: DCP Win Signals Mount Kenya Shift

by Chris Omondi -

Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina asserts that the Democracy for Citizens Party’s (DCP) significant victory in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election signifies a pivotal political transformation in the Mount Kenya region, indicating that voters are shifting their support away from President William Ruto’s administration.During an interview on July 20, 2026,

Junet Mohamed Defends ODM State House Meetings

by Chris Omondi -

Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed has confidently defended the meetings of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) reportedly taking place at State House. He emphasized that ODM is an integral part of the broad-based government and should not be categorized solely as an opposition party.During his address in Kajiado

Nelson Koech Urges Leaders to End Use of Political Goons

by Chris Omondi -

Belgut Member of Parliament Nelson Koech has emphasized the urgent need for political leaders across Kenya to abandon the reliance on hired goons for protection. He highlighted that this troubling practice is prevalent and called on politicians from all parties to unite in addressing it.In an insightful interview with a

Gachagua Alleges Police Disrupted DCP Campaign in Ol Kalou

by Chris Omondi -

Former Deputy President and leader of the Democracy for the Citizens (DCP) party, Rigathi Gachagua, has raised serious concerns about Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen deploying security personnel and alleged state-sponsored operatives to undermine a DCP political campaign in Ol Kalou, Nyandarua County.In a statement shared on his X account

Orengo Alleges Assassination Plot After Violent Homa Bay Tour

by Chris Omondi -

Siaya Governor James Orengo revealed a troubling plot against him during his political tour in Homa Bay County, which was marred by violence and road blockades.In a statement shared on X on May 29, 2026, Orengo accused unnamed state operatives and political rivals of inciting violence to disrupt his rallies

Wajackoyah Invites Ruto to Roots Party NDC Ahead of 2027 Race

by Chris Omondi -

Roots Party leader George Wajackoyah announced that his party will hold a National Delegates Conference (NDC) on Saturday, May 24, 2026.In a radio interview on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, Wajackoyah, who identifies with the “Wantam” movement, invited everyone from across the political spectrum to join the event.He specifically urged President