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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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WATCH LIVE: Jubilee Leaders at Bishop Margaret Wanjiruโ€™s Jesus Is Alive Ministries (JIAM) Church

Published on October 11, 2026

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Former Interior Cabinet Secretary and 2027 presidential hopeful Dr. Fred Matiangโ€™i during a past address. PHOTO | COURTESY ยฉCitizen Digital, Kenya

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary and 2027 presidential hopeful Dr. Fred Matiangโ€™i during a past address. PHOTO | COURTESY ยฉCitizen Digital, Kenya

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PS Raymond Omollo warns youth against exploitation, political violence

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Habil Onyango👁 16 views

Principal Secretary for Internal Security Raymond Omollo has warned young people against allowing politicians to recruit them into violent activities as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election, amid growing concerns over political goonism and attacks on public gatherings. Speaking during Mazingira Day celebrations on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in Lambwe Valley in Homa Bay, […]

Principal Secretary for Internal Security Raymond Omollo has warned young people against allowing politicians to recruit them into violent activities as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election, amid growing concerns over political goonism and attacks on public gatherings. Speaking during Mazingira Day celebrations on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in Lambwe Valley in Homa Bay, […]

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Patrick Osoi questions Edwin Sifuna's popularity, urges Kenyans to reject emotional politics

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: Tuko.co.keBy News Desk👁 33 views

Edwin Sifuna

Patrick Osoi questioned Senator Edwin Sifuna's political momentum, urged issue-based voting, and highlighted his motivation to join the 2027 presidential race.

Patrick Osoi questioned Senator Edwin Sifuna's political momentum, urged issue-based voting, and highlighted his motivation to join the 2027 presidential race.

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Wanga sets Deputy President demand for ODM support to Ruto in 2027

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy IRENE MWANGI👁 13 views

William RutoUDAODM

NAIROBI,Kenya Oct 11 – Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has made the Deputy President position a condition for backing President William Rutoโ€™s re-election bid, signalling the partyโ€™s intention to secure a bigger stake in government ahead of the 2027 General Election. ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga said the party was willing to work with Ruto but expected any pre-election agreement to recogniseโ€ฆ

NAIROBI,Kenya Oct 11 – Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has made the Deputy President position a condition for backing President William Rutoโ€™s re-election bid, signalling the partyโ€™s intention to secure a bigger stake in government ahead of the 2027 General Election.

ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga said the party was willing to work with Ruto but expected any pre-election agreement to recognise its political strength by allocating it the running mate position.

Speaking at a party event in Kakamega, Wanga said ODM would expect one of its own to become Deputy President if Ruto wins a second term.

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Houthi strike on Saudi airport kills 12, worst attack on kingdom in a decade

Published on October 11, 2026

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 At least 12 people were โ€‹killed and more than 300 wounded in an attack on Riyadh's international airport on Saturday, the deadliest in the kingdom in more than a decade, as โ€Œthe Iran-backed Houthis escalate a campaign they launched this summer. The dead from the third attack this week on the airport included four Saudis, two people from Bangladesh andโ€ฆ

 At least 12 people were โ€‹killed and more than 300 wounded in an attack on Riyadh's international airport on Saturday, the deadliest in the kingdom in more than a decade, as โ€Œthe Iran-backed Houthis escalate a campaign they launched this summer.

The dead from the third attack this week on the airport included four Saudis, two people from Bangladesh and one person each from the US, Jordan, Palestine, Syria, Sudan and Egypt, the Saudi civil aviation authority said. At the latest count, 309 were wounded, officials said.

President Donald Trump said Washington was considering joining Saudi strikes on the Houthis in the conflict, a spillover โ€‹from the war on Iran that the US and Israel launched in February.

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Explained: Why Mount Kenya leaders are abandoning UDA ahead of 2027 elections

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Emmanuel Rono👁 34 views

William RutoUDA

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) is facing growing political pressure in the Mount Kenya region following the exit of several elected leaders, raising questions about President William Rutoโ€™s support base ahead of the 2027 General Election. The latest leaders to distance themselves from the ruling party are Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja and Githunguri MP Gathoni […]

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) is facing growing political pressure in the Mount Kenya region following the exit of several elected leaders, raising questions about President William Rutoโ€™s support base ahead of the 2027 General Election. The latest leaders to distance themselves from the ruling party are Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja and Githunguri MP Gathoni […]

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The fuel tax gamble: Inside Ruto's race to keep pump prices low before 2027

Published on October 11, 2026

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William RutoUDA

President William Rutos embattled government has introduced legislation to extend the temporary relief on petroleum products by another three months.

President William Rutos embattled government has introduced legislation to extend the temporary relief on petroleum products by another three months.

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