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Why Simba Arati is the Party Leader ODM Needs Now

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: KahawatunguBy Oki Bin Oki👁 19 views

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The Orange Democratic Movement is not facing a leadership contest. It is facing an existential question: does it want to survive as a political party, or does it want to become a permanent annex of the government it once opposed? ODM has already made a historic decision. The party will not field a presidential candidate in 2027 and will insteadโ€ฆ

The Orange Democratic Movement is not facing a leadership contest. It is facing an existential question: does it want to survive as a political party, or does it want to become a permanent annex of the government it once opposed?

ODM has already made a historic decision. The party will not field a presidential candidate in 2027 and will instead back President William Ruto’s re-election bid. As one analysis put it, “Oburu Oginga’s ODM has made a historic gamble: The party will not field a presidential candidate in 2027 and will instead back Ruto’s re-election”. Party chairperson Gladys Wanga has confirmed this explicitly, saying ODM will support Ruto’s re-election bid if it secures the Deputy President position under a pre-election agreement. Arati himself has declared that the party would not accept anything less than a strict 50-50 arrangement and that the Deputy President slot is non-negotiable.

Whether one agrees with that strategy or not, it is now the party’s official position. The real question, therefore, is not who will be ODM’s presidential candidate—there won’t be one. The question is: who will lead ODM through this period of transition and position it to emerge as a strong, independent force after 2027?

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Ruto's 50-50 pledge: Are women at the table or left behind?

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: The Standard PoliticsBy Standard Digital👁 13 views

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Women leaders are demanding accountability from President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 elections, citing unfulfilled promises on gender representation.

Women leaders are demanding accountability from President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 elections, citing unfulfilled promises on gender representation.

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Methu narrates how he was approached to be Rutoโ€™s running mate after Ol Kalou victory

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Mabonga Makhanu👁 29 views

William RutoUDA

Nyandarua Senator John Methu says he was approached by a government official who sought to convince him to position himself for a possible running mate slot alongside President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Speaking during an interview with a local media station, Methu said the approach came shortly after the July 16, 2026, […]

Nyandarua Senator John Methu says he was approached by a government official who sought to convince him to position himself for a possible running mate slot alongside President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Speaking during an interview with a local media station, Methu said the approach came shortly after the July 16, 2026, […]

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Njuki Courts Luo Nyanza Support for Kindiki Ahead of 2027 Elections

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: HivileoBy Wendy Nyambura👁 18 views

William RutoUDA

Tharaka Nithi Governor and Council of Governors Vice Chairperson Muthomi Njuki has urged residents of the Luo Nyanza region to support Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as President William Rutoโ€™s running mate in the 2027 General Election, mentioning his performance in government. Speaking in Migori County during a boda boda empowerment event attended by host Governor Ochilo Ayacko, Njuki said Kindikiโ€™sโ€ฆ

Tharaka Nithi Governor and Council of Governors Vice Chairperson Muthomi Njuki has urged residents of the Luo Nyanza region to support Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as President William Rutoโ€™s running mate in the 2027 General Election, mentioning his performance in government.

Speaking in Migori County during a boda boda empowerment event attended by host Governor Ochilo Ayacko, Njuki said Kindikiโ€™s role as Rutoโ€™s principal assistant had demonstrated his leadership capabilities and could help the President deliver on his promises.

Njuki argued that the Luo Nyanza and Mt. Kenya regions had maintained a working relationship over the years and called for continued cooperation ahead of the next general election.

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Ruto Sets April 2027 Deadline for Rironi-Mau Summit Highway

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy IRENE MWANGI👁 42 views

William RutoUDA

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 11 – President William Ruto has set April 2027 as the new completion deadline for the Rironi-Mau Summit highway, bringing forward an earlier commitment to deliver the major road project by June 2027. Ruto said the first phase would connect Rironi to Mau Summit, after which the government would begin work on extending the highway to Malabaโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 11 – President William Ruto has set April 2027 as the new completion deadline for the Rironi-Mau Summit highway, bringing forward an earlier commitment to deliver the major road project by June 2027.

Ruto said the first phase would connect Rironi to Mau Summit, after which the government would begin work on extending the highway to Malaba on the Uganda border, opening up a key trade corridor linking the Port of Mombasa to neighbouring countries.

โ€œI want to assure you that the road will connect Mombasa and neighbouring countries like Uganda. Phase One will reach Mau Summit. I will open the road in April 2027. That is when we will begin the construction of the Mau Summit-Malaba highway,โ€ Ruto said.

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Mudavadi: Sifunaโ€™s TEP has zero national network and canโ€™t win any seat

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 30 views

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Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has mocked Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s The Equitable Party (TEP), questioning its ability to compete in the 2027 General Election. Speaking in remarks highlighted on Sunday, October 11, 2026, Mudavadi questioned whether Sifuna’s party has established structures across Kenya. He said established parties such as UDA, ODM and Jubilee have […]

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has mocked Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s The Equitable Party (TEP), questioning its ability to compete in the 2027 General Election. Speaking in remarks highlighted on Sunday, October 11, 2026, Mudavadi questioned whether Sifuna’s party has established structures across Kenya. He said established parties such as UDA, ODM and Jubilee have […]

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ODM leaders say party still strong, defend broad-based arrangement

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 26 views

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Leaders allied to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) have assured supporters that the party is still strong, and will be going for all seats except that of the president in the coming election. Speaking in Funyula, Busia County during ODM Delegatesโ€™ Consultative Meeting, the leaders led by Governor Gladys Wanga, CS Wycliffe Oparanya and Suna East MP Junet Mohamed defended theโ€ฆ

Leaders allied to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) have assured supporters that the party is still strong, and will be going for all seats except that of the president in the coming election.

Speaking in Funyula, Busia County during ODM Delegatesโ€™ Consultative Meeting, the leaders led by Governor Gladys Wanga, CS Wycliffe Oparanya and Suna East MP Junet Mohamed defended the party saying it still stands for the ideals of its founder the late Raila Odinga.

"ODM is still the biggest and strongest party in Kenya. Bigger than even UDA. We are strong and determined to remain so, unlike these other briefcase parties that have no direction," Junet said. 

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Governor Njuki urges Luo Nyanza leaders to endorse Kindiki as Rutoโ€™s 2027 running mate

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 21 views

William RutoUDA

Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki has urged Luo Nyanza leaders to support Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as President William Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a visit to Migori County, in remarks reported on Sunday, October 11, 2026, Njuki called for continued cooperation between leaders supporting the broad-based government. He made […]

Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki has urged Luo Nyanza leaders to support Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as President William Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a visit to Migori County, in remarks reported on Sunday, October 11, 2026, Njuki called for continued cooperation between leaders supporting the broad-based government. He made […]

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Ruto to Opposition: โ€˜I Will Deal With Youโ€™

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy IRENE MWANGI👁 70 views

William RutoEdwin SifunaUDA

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 11 – President William Ruto has renewed his attack on retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing unnamed political opponents of sponsoring rivals to undermine his administration as the country heads towards the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a church service in Likuyani, Ruto accused those opposed to his leadership of using proxies to create political confusion, insisting thatโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 11 – President William Ruto has renewed his attack on retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing unnamed political opponents of sponsoring rivals to undermine his administration as the country heads towards the 2027 General Election.

Speaking during a church service in Likuyani, Ruto accused those opposed to his leadership of using proxies to create political confusion, insisting that his administration was committed to ending tribalism, hatred and discrimination.

Ruto has previously accused retired President Uhuru Kenyatta of bankrolling Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and other opposition figures seeking to challenge his re-election bid in 2027.

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