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Sifuna reveals he has kept Kenyansโ€™ Ksh50 contributions in a bucket, vows to carry it to State House

Published on October 10, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mustafa Juma👁 26 views

Edwin Sifuna

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has revealed that he has kept cash contributions collected from Kenyans during Linda Mwananchi rallies, saying he intends to carry the money to State House if his political ambitions succeed. Speaking during a media interview on Friday, October 9, 2026, Sifuna said he had not spent the Ksh50 notes handed to […]

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has revealed that he has kept cash contributions collected from Kenyans during Linda Mwananchi rallies, saying he intends to carry the money to State House if his political ambitions succeed. Speaking during a media interview on Friday, October 9, 2026, Sifuna said he had not spent the Ksh50 notes handed to […]

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Edwin Sifuna: Raila was my protector

Published on October 10, 2026

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Edwin Sifuna

Sifuna said that he was very certain that if Raila was alive today he would be working towards contesting for the Presidency in 2027.

Sifuna said that he was very certain that if Raila was alive today he would be working towards contesting for the Presidency in 2027.

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Four political paths Wamuchomba could explore after ditching Rutoโ€™s UDA

Published on October 9, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Aloys Michael👁 49 views

William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

Githunguri Member of Parliament (MP) Gathoni Wamuchomba has four potential political routes ahead of the 2027 elections, from joining a rival party to rebuilding bridges with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua after their fallout. Wamuchombaโ€™s decision to ditch President William Rutoโ€™s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has opened a new chapter in her political career, with […]

Githunguri Member of Parliament (MP) Gathoni Wamuchomba has four potential political routes ahead of the 2027 elections, from joining a rival party to rebuilding bridges with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua after their fallout. Wamuchombaโ€™s decision to ditch President William Rutoโ€™s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has opened a new chapter in her political career, with […]

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Sifuna says Raila always protected him as ODM Secretary General

Published on October 9, 2026

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Sifuna said that he was very certain that if Raila was alive today he would be working towards contesting for the Presidency in 2027.

Sifuna said that he was very certain that if Raila was alive today he would be working towards contesting for the Presidency in 2027.

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ODM divisions emerge at Raila memorial as leaders clash over 2027

Published on October 9, 2026

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Oparanya-Barasa war exposes ODM divisions as Uhuru and Sifuna shadows loom large during Raila's first anniversary in Kakamega

Oparanya-Barasa war exposes ODM divisions as Uhuru and Sifuna shadows loom large during Raila's first anniversary in Kakamega

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COTU denies involvement in KUDHEIHA leadership wrangles

Published on October 9, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 40 views

The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has refuted allegations of interfering in the internal leadership affairs of the Kenya Union of Domestic, Hotels, Educational Institutions, Hospitals and Allied Workers (KUDHEIHA). The rebuttal follows a statement issued by disgruntled union members who were reportedly removed from office during union elections held on Oct. 6, 2026. In a statement on Friday,โ€ฆ

The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has refuted allegations of interfering in the internal leadership affairs of the Kenya Union of Domestic, Hotels, Educational Institutions, Hospitals and Allied Workers (KUDHEIHA).

The rebuttal follows a statement issued by disgruntled union members who were reportedly removed from office during union elections held on Oct. 6, 2026.

In a statement on Friday, COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli dismissed the claims as misleading and calculated to divert attention from constitutional breaches.

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ODM insists on running mate slot in President Rutoโ€™s 2027 re-election bid

Published on October 9, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 32 views

William RutoUDAODM

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) says it will not back down on its push to secure the running mate slot ahead of the 2027 General Election. The team, which travelled to Kakamega County to mark the first anniversary of the death of its late party leader Raila Odinga, says it has the numbers needed to help President William Ruto secureโ€ฆ

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) says it will not back down on its push to secure the running mate slot ahead of the 2027 General Election.

The team, which travelled to Kakamega County to mark the first anniversary of the death of its late party leader Raila Odinga, says it has the numbers needed to help President William Ruto secure a second term in office.

Led by party Chairperson Gladys Wanga, the leaders donning orange attire in honour of their founding party leader maintained that they would not relent in their push to have one of their own appointed as President Rutoโ€™s running mate ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Opposition leaders accuse Ruto Govโ€™t of privatising Port of Mombasa

Published on October 9, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 72 views

William RutoKalonzo MusyokaUDAWiper

Opposition leaders backing the Ukombozi Coalition have accused the government of privatising the Port of Mombasa. Led by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, the opposition says it will not allow public assets to be privatised, criticising President William Rutoโ€™s tour of the Coast region. The leaders who spoke after making their entry into Mombasa after visiting Machakos earlier on Fridayโ€ฆ

Opposition leaders backing the Ukombozi Coalition have accused the government of privatising the Port of Mombasa.

Led by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, the opposition says it will not allow public assets to be privatised, criticising President William Rutoโ€™s tour of the Coast region.

The leaders who spoke after making their entry into Mombasa after visiting Machakos earlier on Friday say they do not oppose development or the construction of an oil refinery in Lamu, but insist that the law must be followed.

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Sifuna sets October deadline for party reorganisation ahead of 2027 elections

Published on October 9, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Aloys Michael👁 35 views

Edwin Sifuna

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has said his immediate priority is to reorganise his political party and establish grassroots structures before engaging opposition leaders in coalition negotiations ahead of the 2027 General Election. Sifuna said the party must first complete its rebranding, establish a functioning secretariat and prepare for candidate registration before committing to discussions about […]

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has said his immediate priority is to reorganise his political party and establish grassroots structures before engaging opposition leaders in coalition negotiations ahead of the 2027 General Election. Sifuna said the party must first complete its rebranding, establish a functioning secretariat and prepare for candidate registration before committing to discussions about […]

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