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Ndindi Nyoro set to continue Peopleโ€™s Party Meru tour to advance grassroots mobilisation

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 32 views

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People’s Party leader Ndindi Nyoro is set to tour Meru County on Monday, October 5, as the party steps up grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election. Nyoro is scheduled to visit Laare Town in Igembe North Constituency at 1 pm, according to a programme issued by the party. The visit has been billed […]

People’s Party leader Ndindi Nyoro is set to tour Meru County on Monday, October 5, as the party steps up grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election. Nyoro is scheduled to visit Laare Town in Igembe North Constituency at 1 pm, according to a programme issued by the party. The visit has been billed […]

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Brazil election goes to run-off as right-wing Flรกvio Bolsonaro wins first round

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: Politics โ€“ Capital FM KenyaBy BBC👁 32 views

LONDON, United Kingdom, Oct 5 — The right-wing Flรกvio Bolsonaro has won the first round of Brazil’s presidential election, beating the incumbent left-wing President Lula da Silva. But he did not obtain more than 50% of the votes required to win outright. There will be a run-off vote between these two candidates on 25 October. Flรกvio Bolsonaro is the sonโ€ฆ

LONDON, United Kingdom, Oct 5 — The right-wing Flรกvio Bolsonaro has won the first round of Brazil’s presidential election, beating the incumbent left-wing President Lula da Silva. But he did not obtain more than 50% of the votes required to win outright.

There will be a run-off vote between these two candidates on 25 October.

Flรกvio Bolsonaro is the son of the former right-wing president Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year prison sentence for masterminding a failed coup attempt after losing the last election.

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Brazil election goes to run-off as right-wing Flรกvio Bolsonaro wins first round

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: People DailyBy BBC👁 31 views

The right-wing Flรกvio Bolsonaro has won the first round of Brazil’s presidential election, beating the incumbent left-wing President Lula da Silva. But he did not obtain more than 50% of the votes required to win outright. There will be a run-off vote between these two candidates on 25 October. Flรกvio Bolsonaro is the son of […]

The right-wing Flรกvio Bolsonaro has won the first round of Brazil’s presidential election, beating the incumbent left-wing President Lula da Silva. But he did not obtain more than 50% of the votes required to win outright. There will be a run-off vote between these two candidates on 25 October. Flรกvio Bolsonaro is the son of […]

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Tony Gachoka: Sifuna presidency will usher in a new generation of leaders

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Sharon Atieno👁 46 views

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KANU Party spokesperson Tony Gachoka has intensified his push for Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifunaโ€™s presidential bid, saying the ODM politician represents the aspirations of a new generation of Kenyans. In a post shared on X on Monday, October 5, 2026, Gachoka, while replying to Mutahi Ngunyi’s post, said Sifuna carries the hopes of a brand […]

KANU Party spokesperson Tony Gachoka has intensified his push for Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifunaโ€™s presidential bid, saying the ODM politician represents the aspirations of a new generation of Kenyans. In a post shared on X on Monday, October 5, 2026, Gachoka, while replying to Mutahi Ngunyi’s post, said Sifuna carries the hopes of a brand […]

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Mutahi Ngunyi: Sifunaโ€™s political balloon will be popped soon

Published on October 5, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mabonga Makhanu👁 29 views

Edwin Sifuna

Political commentator Mutahi Ngunyi has warned Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna that his rising political popularity may not last until the 2027 General Election. In a statement shared on his social media on Monday, October 5, 2026, Ngunyi suggested that Sifunaโ€™s growing profile could eventually fade, arguing that political figures can be elevated before their influence […]

Political commentator Mutahi Ngunyi has warned Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna that his rising political popularity may not last until the 2027 General Election. In a statement shared on his social media on Monday, October 5, 2026, Ngunyi suggested that Sifunaโ€™s growing profile could eventually fade, arguing that political figures can be elevated before their influence […]

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ODM sets date for Nairobi rally to mark end of Mwezi wa Baba celebrations

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mabonga Makhanu👁 40 views

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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will hold a major rally in Nairobi on October 31, 2026, to mark the culmination of activities planned during the Mwezi wa Baba commemorations, Homa Bay Governor and ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga has announced. Speaking during an interview with a local media station aired on Sunday, October 4, 2026, […]

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will hold a major rally in Nairobi on October 31, 2026, to mark the culmination of activities planned during the Mwezi wa Baba commemorations, Homa Bay Governor and ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga has announced. Speaking during an interview with a local media station aired on Sunday, October 4, 2026, […]

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Wanga warns opposition over delayed announcement of 2027 flagbearer

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mabonga Makhanu👁 39 views

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Homa Bay Governor and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) National Chairperson Gladys Wanga has warned that delaying the unveiling of a presidential candidate could hurt the oppositionโ€™s preparations for the 2027 General Election. Wanga said the opposition needs to settle on its candidate early enough to give the flag bearer sufficient time to traverse the country, […]

Homa Bay Governor and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) National Chairperson Gladys Wanga has warned that delaying the unveiling of a presidential candidate could hurt the oppositionโ€™s preparations for the 2027 General Election. Wanga said the opposition needs to settle on its candidate early enough to give the flag bearer sufficient time to traverse the country, […]

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