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Orengo and Matiang'i appointed as co-chairs of Ukombozi Alliance Council

Published on November 5, 2026

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Kalonzo MusyokaFred Matiang'iJubileeWiperAzimio

Kalonzo described the appointments as part of efforts to strengthen the opposition coalition and dismissed concerns over disagreements among its leaders. Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has appointed Siaya Governor James Orengo and Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i as co-chairs of the Ukombozi Alliance Council formerly known as the Azimio la Umoja coalition. In a notice on Thursday, Novemberโ€ฆ

Kalonzo described the appointments as part of efforts to strengthen the opposition coalition and dismissed concerns over disagreements among its leaders.

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has appointed Siaya Governor James Orengo and Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i as co-chairs of the Ukombozi Alliance Council formerly known as the Azimio la Umoja coalition.

In a notice on Thursday, November 5, Kalonzo, upon arriving at Kisumu International Airport ahead of his tour of Migori and Homa Bay Counties, described the appointments as part of efforts to strengthen the opposition coalition and dismissed concerns over disagreements among its leaders.

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Matiang'i Confident Opposition Will Stay United to Oust Ruto in 2027

Published on November 5, 2026

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William RutoFred Matiang'iJubilee

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i has assured Kenyans that opposition leaders will remain united in their push to remove President William Ruto from power in the 2027 General Election, dismissing claims that the coalition could fall apart.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i has assured Kenyans that opposition leaders will remain united in their push to remove President William Ruto from power in the 2027 General Election, dismissing claims that the coalition could fall apart.

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Fred Matiang'i blasts Gachagua, brands him arrogant and divisive: "Shameful"

Published on November 2, 2026

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Rigathi GachaguaFred Matiang'iDCP

Fred Matiang'i rubbished the numbers and logic that Rigathi Gachagua used to exclude him and other opposition leaders deemed to have insignificant votes.

Fred Matiang'i rubbished the numbers and logic that Rigathi Gachagua used to exclude him and other opposition leaders deemed to have insignificant votes.

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Opposition Leaders Warn Elections Bill Could Undermine Transparency Ahead of 2027 Race

Published on October 26, 2026

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Fred Matiang'iJubilee

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Opposition leaders led by People's Party of Kenya (PPK) leader Ndindi Nyoro and Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i have condemned the proposed Elections Amendment Bill, warning that plans to remove livestreaming of election results could undermine transparency ahead of the 2027 General Election.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Opposition leaders led by People's Party of Kenya (PPK) leader Ndindi Nyoro and Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i have condemned the proposed Elections Amendment Bill, warning that plans to remove livestreaming of election results could undermine transparency ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Matiang'i, Karua and Nyoro Rally Opposition Support in Njoro Ahead of 2027 Races

Published on October 22, 2026

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William RutoFred Matiang'iUDA

[Capital FM] Nakuru -- Opposition leaders Fred Matiang'i, Martha Karua and Ndindi Nyoro have vowed to unite behind a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the August 2027 General Election.

[Capital FM] Nakuru -- Opposition leaders Fred Matiang'i, Martha Karua and Ndindi Nyoro have vowed to unite behind a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the August 2027 General Election.

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Ruto intensifies onslaught on Sifuna, opposition during Nandi rally

Published on October 18, 2026

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William RutoEdwin SifunaKalonzo MusyokaFred Matiang'iUDAWiper

President William Ruto and his Kenya Kwanza brigade on Sunday took their two-term gospel to Nandi county, where he announced a number of development plans for the residents, among them connecting them to electricity and expanding roads in the region. Addressing his supporters in Kapsabet town after a church service, Ruto continued his criticism of his political opponents, singling outโ€ฆ

President William Ruto and his Kenya Kwanza brigade on Sunday took their two-term gospel to Nandi county, where he announced a number of development plans for the residents, among them connecting them to electricity and expanding roads in the region.

Addressing his supporters in Kapsabet town after a church service, Ruto continued his criticism of his political opponents, singling out Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, former CS Fred Matiang'i and Wiper Patriotic Front Leader Kalonzo Musyoka.

"Mr. Empty and Shinny Things, Mr. Yala and Ruaraka and Mr. 40, you have no agenda for this country. You are angry and planless. We will not allow you to divide Kenyans along ethnic lines," Ruto said. 

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Fred Matiang'i hints at his preferred Nairobi gubernatorial candidate ahead of 2027 General Election

Published on October 12, 2026

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Fred Matiang'i backs Bishop Margaret Wanjiru's 2027 Nairobi governor bid, accusing unnamed politicians of using goons to disrupt rallies and churches too.

Fred Matiang'i backs Bishop Margaret Wanjiru's 2027 Nairobi governor bid, accusing unnamed politicians of using goons to disrupt rallies and churches too.

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Matiang'i calls for unity in the opposition ahead of face off with Ruto

Published on October 11, 2026

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William RutoFred Matiang'iUDAJubilee

Jubilee Party Leader Dr. Fred Matiang'i has urged his colleagues in the opposition to unite and form a formidable team that will battle it out with President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a church service in Nairobi, Matiang'i said the ideal way to give Ruto a challenge will be if opposition leaders work as a teamโ€ฆ

Jubilee Party Leader Dr. Fred Matiang'i has urged his colleagues in the opposition to unite and form a formidable team that will battle it out with President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.

Speaking during a church service in Nairobi, Matiang'i said the ideal way to give Ruto a challenge will be if opposition leaders work as a team and come up with a winning formula.

"I urge my colleagues in the opposition to come together, work together and find an alternative if we want to form the next government," Matiang'i said.

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Matiang'i Backs Opposition Unity As Gachagua Predicts Coalition Split

Published on September 28, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk👁 28 views

Fred Matiang'iJubilee

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i has pledged to remain in the opposition fold even if he does not secure the presidential ticket, as rival leaders intensify efforts to build a united political front ahead of the 2027 General Election.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i has pledged to remain in the opposition fold even if he does not secure the presidential ticket, as rival leaders intensify efforts to build a united political front ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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