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National

Kalonzo tells Sifuna to wait for opposition decision

The remarks placed Kalonzo at the centre of the debate over how the opposition should select its flag bearer, with several leaders positioning themselves for the 2027 contest.

Okinda Benjamin

Nov 3, 2026

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National

Sifuna, Oburu Intensify Battle for Raila's Political Base

But ODM national chairperson Gladys Wanga dismissed claims that the party had lost its traditional support base following the fallout with Sifuna and his allies.

Okinda Benjamin

Nov 3, 2026

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National

Gachagua warns opposition over 2027 presidential ticket

Gachagua maintained that Malala was entitled to his political opinion but could not make an endorsement on behalf of the party.

Okinda Benjamin

Nov 1, 2026

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National

Natembeya warns opposition against alienating Kalonzo

The Wiper leader, however, indicated that he would support Sifuna or Wamalwa if either emerged as the opposition's preferred candidate, suggesting that negotiations remained open.

Okinda Benjamin

Nov 1, 2026

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National

Oburu defends Ruto deal as ODM faces Sifuna threat

Oburu, who could not attend the rally because of health challenges, told supporters that the current arrangement with UDA should not be mistaken for a formal coalition.

Okinda Benjamin

Nov 1, 2026

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National

ODM splits further as leaders pursue different political paths 

At the centre of the dispute is whether ODM should work with Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA), and under what terms, following the death of longtime party leader Raila Odinga.

Okinda Benjamin

Nov 1, 2026

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National

Babu Owino Reveals Why He Rejected Government Job Despite Raila's Broad-Based D

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has claimed that President William Ruto personally offered him the Cabinet Secretary for Education position during the 2024 Gen Z protests, but he turned it down because of his political beliefs. The legislator says he was unwilling to compromise his opposition to the broad-based government arrangement, insisting that his political decisions have always been guided by ideology rather than the promise of government positions.

Judy Kendi

Oct 29, 2026

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National

Kalonzo takes Ukombozi message to religious leaders

Musyoka has maintained that Ukombozi should offer a broader political alternative, with its agenda extending beyond the question of who succeeds Dr Ruto.

Okinda Benjamin

Oct 28, 2026

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National

Gachagua, Kalonzo yet to agree on opposition flagbearer

The discussions come as the opposition seeks to consolidate its support ahead of the August 2027 election, when Ruto will seek another term.

Okinda Benjamin

Oct 28, 2026

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National

Sifuna sets Friday deadline for Linda Mwananchi

The group also plans to take its activities to Turkana and Western Kenya as it seeks to expand its reach across the country.

Okinda Benjamin

Oct 28, 2026

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National

Raila succession battle intensifies as parties target his political base

Other opposition figures, including Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, are also seeking a role in the coalition negotiations ahead of the election.

Okinda Benjamin

Sep 26, 2026

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Politics

Kibwana Warns Linda Mwananchi Leaders Against Ethnic Politics and Division

Former Makueni Governor Kivutha Kibwana has urged leaders behind the Linda Mwananchi movement to protect the outfit from ethnic politics and internal divisions as pressure mounts over its political direction ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Judy Kendi

Sep 25, 2026

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