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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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Gachagua pushes three-region alliance to defeat Ruto

Gachagua says the combined voting strength of the three regions could give the opposition the numbers needed to remove Ruto from power, arguing that no single community can win the presidency on its own.

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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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

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

Gachagua wants opposition candidate named five Mmonths to polls

The engagement between Gachagua and Sifuna, alongside consultations involving Kalonzo, is part of broader efforts to bring opposition factions together ahead of the 2027 election.

Okinda Benjamin

Oct 29, 2026

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National

Gachagua tells Malala: Sifuna endorsement is personal

Gachagua compared Malala’s approach to that of Ruto, suggesting that politicians sometimes tailor their messages to appeal to particular audiences.

Okinda Benjamin

Oct 29, 2026

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National

Gachagua questions Bayern-Ajax stadium opener

Ruto described the fixture as the fulfilment of his promise to build a world-class sporting facility where leading international teams could play.

Okinda Benjamin

Oct 29, 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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Politics

Gachagua Denies DCP Has Endorsed Edwin Sifuna for 2027 Presidential Race

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed claims that the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has settled on Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as its preferred presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election, insisting that remarks by Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala do not represent the party’s official position.

Judy Kendi

Oct 29, 2026

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Politics

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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