Broad-based leaders hit opposition as they campaign for Ruto
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki led the criticism of the opposition during a meeting with UDA polling centre officials at Kinoru Stadium in Meru.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki led the criticism of the opposition during a meeting with UDA polling centre officials at Kinoru Stadium in Meru.
The leaders from Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi and Isiolo said the region would remain within the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and work to retain the current administration before pursuing its own claim to the presidency.
Speaking to Radio Generation on Friday, Naituli described Nyoro as an intelligent politician with a strong understanding of economics, but questioned the timing of his political ambitions and the decisions he has made as he seeks to expand his influence beyond his Mount Kenya base
The candidate registration portal opened on Thursday, September 3, and will remain open until Friday, September 18, at 5pm.
Deputy President says the officials were not merely party representatives but the people responsible for carrying UDA’s message to voters at the most basic level of the political structure.
The Deputy President’s activities have also drawn attention to the larger question facing Ruto as he prepares to seek a second term: who should be his number two in 2027?
According to the ODM leader, Raila was central to Kenya’s efforts to expand democratic space and reform the country’s political system.
Her remarks come amid a growing movement of politicians away from UDA, particularly in the Mt Kenya region, where several leaders who helped President William Ruto secure strong support in 2022 have changed political direction ahead of the next election
Despite the growing speculation, Sakaja maintained that he has not formally announced his exit from UDA. He said he will consider the position of his supporters, whom he described as central to any decision he makes.
The President questioned what he described as a lack of clear plans among his political opponents, saying voters should look at what leaders have delivered rather than the political messages they use during campaigns.
The Political Parties Fund has unveiled its allocations for the 2026/27 financial year, with UDA receiving Sh549.9 million and ODM Sh293.8 million
The notice, dated August 17,2026 and signed by Registrar of Political Parties J.C. Lorionokou, lists 48 political parties as eligible to receive funding during the financial year.