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Published on October 18, 2026
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has dismissed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s chances of defeating President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, arguing that social media popularity and large rally crowds may not translate into votes. Waiguru said Sifuna, who has expressed determination to contest the presidency, would struggle to overcome Ruto’s political experience and mobilisation […]
Published on October 18, 2026
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has declared interest in becoming President William Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 General Election, setting up a potential contest for the deputy president’s position currently held by Kithure Kindiki. Waiguru defended Ruto’s record in office, calling him the hardest-working president she has served under, while dismissing suggestions that her bid […]
Image: Citizen DigitalPublished on October 18, 2026
Nairobi Senator and Linda Mwananchi leader Edwin Sifuna says he will be on the ballot in 2027 to challenge President William Ruto. Addressing congregants at at church service in Donholm, Niarobi, Sifuna dismissed questions about his experience and financial muscle, expressing confidence that the new political outfit will gain nationwide support as he calls for opposition unity. “For now, I…
Published on October 18, 2026
Homa Bay Governor and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) national chairperson Gladys Wanga has vowed that the party will reclaim all its former elective seats ahead of the 2027 General Election, while supporting President William Ruto’s re-election bid. Wanga said ODM would work to regain every seat it previously held, adding that the presidency would go […]
Published on October 18, 2026
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has questioned the ability of opposition leaders to unseat President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election saying none has the experience required to lead the country. According to Speaker Wetang’ula, the presidency was too important an office to be entrusted to inexperienced leaders insisting that Kenya needed a leader with a proven record of…
Image: The Standard PoliticsPublished on October 18, 2026
Opposition leaders will begin fresh consultations next week to select a joint presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.
Published on October 18, 2026
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has warned that President William Ruto could benefit from divisions within the opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election, urging rival political leaders to unite or risk weakening their challenge to his re-election bid. Speaking during a church service in Donholm, Nairobi County, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, Babu called […]
Published on October 18, 2026
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has said the 2027 General Election will be a referendum on President William Ruto’s performance, dismissing claims that the opposition lacks an agenda ahead of the races. In a statement posted on X on Sunday, October 18, 2026, Maraga argued that the contest would be between Kenyans and Ruto, framing […]
Published on October 18, 2026
President William Ruto has declared that freedom and democracy are meaningless without development, sharpening the political debate with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna over what Kenya needs ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking during a church service in Kapsabet, Nandi County, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, Ruto insisted that democratic rights must translate into better […]
