Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is facing mounting political heat as several prominent figures prepare to challenge him for the county’s top seat in the 2027 general election.From poor waste management to strained relations with county lawmakers, Sakaja’s leadership has increasingly come under fire, creating an opening for rivals keen to
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Kuria, Ndegwa Njiru Spat Over Raila’s Health Remarks
war of words has erupted between former CS for Trade, Moses Kuria, and lawyer Ndegwa Njiru, over comments touching on the health of ODM leader Raila Odinga.Kuria, in a heartfelt social media post, took issues with those spreading rumours about Odinga’s health, describing him as a "deeply compassionate man who
Sifuna Calls for Respect, Allays Fears on Raila’s Health
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has called on Kenyans to respect the privacy of individuals, particularly when it comes to health matters. The Nairobi Senator was cautioning Kenyans against the growing trend of spreading unverified information online.Speaking outside Parliament Buildings, the ODM legislator reminded Kenyans that
Politics of Illness: How Raila’s Health Became a Weapon in Kenya’s Political Wars
When rumours about Raila’s health began to circulate online last week, they didn’t just ignite curiosity; they reopened old wounds in Kenya’s polarized political terrain. What might have been a private matter quickly turned into public ammunition, exposing the ugly side of political opportunism that thrives on speculation and fear.The
ODM: Reports on Raila’s Health Malicious and Politically Driven
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has rubbished reports circulating online and in sections of the media claiming that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is unwell and seeking medical treatment abroad.In a strongly worded statement issued on Sunday, Raila’s spokesman Dennis Onyango accused political rivals of manufacturing lies about the ODM leader’s
Raila Donates Ksh10 Million to Gor Mahia as Season Starts
Gor Mahia Football Club has received a major financial boost ahead of the 2025/26 season after former Prime Minister Raila Odinga presented the team with Ksh10 million.The donation, described by the club as monumental, is aimed at supporting administrative operations and strengthening the team as it prepares to compete both
Manyora Rubbishes Kioni’s Claims on Gachagua and Ruto
Political analyst Herman Manyora has dismissed allegations by Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is secretly working with President William Ruto, describing the claims as baseless and politically reckless.Kioni had earlier suggested that Gachagua, while publicly projecting himself as part of the opposition, was
Gachagua: Raila Has Placed Double Chance in Broad-Based Talks
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused Azimio leader Raila Odinga of employing what he termed as “cunning double tactics” in the ongoing debate over the proposed broad-based government.Speaking during a public event on Sunday, the DCP leader claimed that Raila has strategically created two factions within his political camp
Mutharika’s Win Sparks Raila’s 2027 Speculation
The surprise return of Malawi’s Peter Mutharika, 85, to the presidency has sparked fresh debate here at home over whether ODM leader Raila Odinga should throw his hat in the ring for Kenya’s 2027 presidential elections.Mutharika, who once lost the seat to Lazarus Chakwera in a repeat vote, reclaimed victory
Natembeya Warns Ruto’s “projects” Within the Opposition
Trans Nzoia County Governor George Natembeya has thrown a fresh twist into Kenya's 2027 succession politics, warning that President William Ruto could be planting “projects” within the opposition to weaken its resolve ahead of the 2027 presidential elections.In a candid television interview on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, Natembeya accused unnamed