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Nairobi Politics Shake-Up as Sakaja Joins ODM Amid Growing Battle for Party Ticket
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Nairobi Politics Shake-Up as Sakaja Joins ODM Amid Growing Battle for Party Ticket

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has officially crossed political camps, abandoning the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) in a major shift ahead of the 2027 General Election. The governor was received at ODM's headquarters in Nairobi, bringing fresh uncertainty to the party's plans for the capital's gubernatorial seat. His entry could set the stage for an intense nomination battle involving Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, Makadara MP George Aladwa and other politicians eyeing City Hall.

Judy Kendi
Nov 3, 2026
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Gachagua Forgives Sifuna Over Impeachment, Says Ruto Has Lost Mount Kenya
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Gachagua Forgives Sifuna Over Impeachment, Says Ruto Has Lost Mount Kenya

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says he has no hard feelings towards Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna over his role in the Senate vote that removed him from office, arguing that the decision ultimately weakened President William Ruto's political standing in Mount Kenya. With the 2027 General Election approaching, Gachagua now sees the controversial impeachment as an unexpected advantage that could help the opposition build a stronger challenge against the incumbent.

Judy Kendi
Oct 29, 2026
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Ignore Gachagua at Your Own Peril, Deborah Wanjugu Warns Mount Kenya Aspirants Ahead of 2027
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Ignore Gachagua at Your Own Peril, Deborah Wanjugu Warns Mount Kenya Aspirants Ahead of 2027

Laikipia Woman Representative aspirant Deborah Wanjugu Nderitu has cautioned politicians preparing for the 2027 General Election against overlooking former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s influence in the Mount Kenya region. Wanjugu credited the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader with helping bring regional leaders together, arguing that aspirants seeking political support should recognise the work already done to build unity rather than expect to benefit from it without contributing.

Judy Kendi
Oct 27, 2026
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