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โ€˜There is no miracle,โ€™ Wetangula says impossible for first-time Senator to become President

Published on October 23, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 19 views

William RutoUDA

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangโ€™ula has dismissed the possibility of a first-time Member of Parliament winning the presidential election in 2027. According to the Speaker, Kenyaโ€™s political history proves that one has to gain adequate political experience before seeking the countryโ€™s top seat. โ€œI urged first-time MPs aspiring to the presidency to learn from Kenyaโ€™s political history, where former presidentsโ€ฆ

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangโ€™ula has dismissed the possibility of a first-time Member of Parliament winning the presidential election in 2027.

According to the Speaker, Kenyaโ€™s political history proves that one has to gain adequate political experience before seeking the countryโ€™s top seat.

โ€œI urged first-time MPs aspiring to the presidency to learn from Kenyaโ€™s political history, where former presidents Jomo Kenyatta, Daniel arap Moi, Mwai Kibaki, Uhuru Kenyatta and now William Ruto all gained valuable political experience before becoming president,โ€ he said.

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Gideon Moi seeks Baringo forgiveness for dropping Senate bid over Rutoโ€™s promises

Published on October 23, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Faith Lagat👁 15 views

William RutoUDATEP

KANU chairman Gideon Moi has asked residents of Baringo County to forgive him for withdrawing from the November 2025 senatorial by-election after trusting President William Rutoโ€™s assurances that stalled development projects would be completed. Moi, who stepped aside from the race after meeting Ruto at State House, says the promises have not materialised, a year […]

KANU chairman Gideon Moi has asked residents of Baringo County to forgive him for withdrawing from the November 2025 senatorial by-election after trusting President William Rutoโ€™s assurances that stalled development projects would be completed. Moi, who stepped aside from the race after meeting Ruto at State House, says the promises have not materialised, a year […]

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Gideon Moi seeks forgiveness from Baringo residents for trusting Ruto

Published on October 23, 2026

Source: Tuko.co.keBy News Desk👁 17 views

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Gideon Moi breaks his silence on the failed truce with President William Ruto, citing broken promises and signalling a new KANU path ahead of 2027.

Gideon Moi breaks his silence on the failed truce with President William Ruto, citing broken promises and signalling a new KANU path ahead of 2027.

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Embu UDA MCAs rally behind CS Ruku amid intimidation claims

Published on October 23, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Brian Malila👁 17 views

William RutoUDA

Embu MCAs allied to President William Rutoโ€™s administration have defended Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku against accusations of intimidating elected leaders opposed to his political position ahead of the 2027 General Election. The ward representatives, led by Embu County Assembly Majority Leader Peter Muriithi Kobole and Mbeti North MCA, maintained that Ruku was exercising […]

Embu MCAs allied to President William Rutoโ€™s administration have defended Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku against accusations of intimidating elected leaders opposed to his political position ahead of the 2027 General Election. The ward representatives, led by Embu County Assembly Majority Leader Peter Muriithi Kobole and Mbeti North MCA, maintained that Ruku was exercising […]

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MP Mutuse rallies Kamba community behind Rutoโ€™s re-election bid

Published on October 23, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Emmanuel Rono👁 17 views

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Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse has urged the Kamba community to support President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election, calling on residents to prioritise development, equal treatment and service delivery over ethnic politics. Speaking during a public rally in Kitise, Kibwezi West, Makueni County, on Thursday, October 22, 2026, Mutuse challenged residents to […]

Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse has urged the Kamba community to support President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election, calling on residents to prioritise development, equal treatment and service delivery over ethnic politics. Speaking during a public rally in Kitise, Kibwezi West, Makueni County, on Thursday, October 22, 2026, Mutuse challenged residents to […]

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Kindiki reveals 2032 political ambitions as he campaigns for Rutoโ€™s second term

Published on October 22, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Dorcas Mbatia👁 85 views

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has signalled his ambition to succeed President William Ruto in 2032, while warning politicians and their supporters against using violence to intimidate opponents ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking in Mitheru, Tharaka-Nithi County, on Thursday, October 22, 2026, Kindiki said security agencies had been instructed to take action against individuals […]

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has signalled his ambition to succeed President William Ruto in 2032, while warning politicians and their supporters against using violence to intimidate opponents ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking in Mitheru, Tharaka-Nithi County, on Thursday, October 22, 2026, Kindiki said security agencies had been instructed to take action against individuals […]

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Nyoro tells Gachagua to stop attacks against him, focus on ousting Ruto

Published on October 22, 2026

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William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

Peopleโ€™s Party of Kenya (PPK) leader Ndindi Nyoro has accused the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua of targeting him with propaganda following the launch of his political outfit, instead of uniting behind the common purpose of unseating President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Speaking at PPK headquarters while addressing party aspirants and delegates from acrossโ€ฆ

Peopleโ€™s Party of Kenya (PPK) leader Ndindi Nyoro has accused the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua of targeting him with propaganda following the launch of his political outfit, instead of uniting behind the common purpose of unseating President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.

Speaking at PPK headquarters while addressing party aspirants and delegates from across the country, the Kiharu Member of Parliament called on Gachagua to stop the alleged attacks, warning that such disagreements could undermine efforts to build a united opposition ahead of next year's races.

He claimed DCP had established a media team to portray him as a government project, alleging that its members had shifted their attention from challenging Ruto to discrediting him through vernacular radio stations.

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Ndindi Nyoro warns DCP against tarnishing his name, urges oppositionโ€™s unity against Ruto

Published on October 22, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 15 views

William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

The Peopleโ€™s Party of Kenya leader and Kiharu lawmaker Ndindi Nyoro has accused the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) of orchestrating a campaign to tarnish his name, urging former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and other opposition leaders to unite behind a common candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Speaking […]

The Peopleโ€™s Party of Kenya leader and Kiharu lawmaker Ndindi Nyoro has accused the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) of orchestrating a campaign to tarnish his name, urging former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and other opposition leaders to unite behind a common candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Speaking […]

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Ruto to embark on four-day tour of Ukambani region amid campaigns

Published on October 22, 2026

Source: KahawatunguBy KahawaTungu Reporter👁 18 views

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President William Ruto will on Saturday embark on a four-day development tour of Ukambani region. During the tour, he will launch, inspect and commission major programmes on roads, affordable housing, electricity connectivity, water and issuance of title deeds. The tour will cover the three counties of Machakos, Makueni and Kitui.

President William Ruto will on Saturday embark on a four-day development tour of Ukambani region.

During the tour, he will launch, inspect and commission major programmes on roads, affordable housing, electricity connectivity, water and issuance of title deeds.

The tour will cover the three counties of Machakos, Makueni and Kitui.

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