Mbadi moves to strengthen influence in Nyanza after Raila death

14 de mayo de 2026

Reportado por IA

Finance Minister John Mbadi appears to be building his political strength in Nyanza following Raila Odinga’s death. His recent remarks have placed him at odds with some ODM leaders.

Mbadi told an ODM meeting in Mombasa on May 4 that he will not contest any political seat in the 2027 general election. He defended his comments by noting that everyone is free to interpret them as they wish.

Last Friday he was installed as guardian of the Luo Council of Elders Nairobi branch. The move is seen as part of his strategy to consolidate political influence across Nyanza.

In recent months he has attended funerals and political events across the region by helicopter while seeking to build support for President Ruto ahead of the 2027 vote.

Uhuru Kenyatta calls for unity, vows to stay in Ichaweri away from politics at Daniel Karaba funeral

1 de abril de 2026 Reportado por IA Imagen generada por IA

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta attended the April 1, 2026, funeral of Kirinyaga Senator Daniel Karaba, urging national unity beyond tribal lines, honest leadership over politics, and service delivery. He emphasized his return to Ichaweri village to listen to locals with no plans to re-enter politics, amid presence of opposition figures like Rigathi Gachagua, Martha Karua, James Orengo, and Kalonzo Musyoka.

Ruto reshuffles political strategy in Mount Kenya region

President William Ruto has made major changes to his political strategy and allies in Kenya's Mount Kenya region to bolster support ahead of the 2027 general election. The new approach is led by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and includes several UDA leaders and others. It comes as former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua continues attacking the government.

Linda Mwananchi leaders rally in Mombasa criticizing ODM and government

30 de marzo de 2026 Reportado por IA

Leaders of the Linda Mwananchi faction have intensified their campaign with a visit to Mombasa, greeted by a large crowd while criticizing ODM leadership and President Ruto's government. They stressed that separating from ODM is inevitable to restore the party's original principles. Godfrey Osotsi announced his official joining after his removal from ODM.

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Leaders of Linda Mwananchi within ODM have issued strong rejections against the Linda Ground faction led by Siaya Senator Dr Oburu Oginga. They say they will not reconcile until political decisions made after Raila Odinga's death are reversed. They also demand halting talks with UDA and full implementation of the 10-point agenda.

Matiang’i enjoys success from Gusii region visit

27 de febrero de 2026 Reportado por IA

Jubilee presidential aspirant Fred Matiang’i has celebrated the success of his three-day visit to the Gusii region, accompanied by opposition leaders. He used the tour to demonstrate his political base in an area considered an ODM stronghold. He was also sworn in as spokesperson for the Abagusii community by the Council of Abagusii Elders.

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