Tag Archives: 2027 General Election

Raila Jr Backs Ruto 2027, Declares Kibra MP Bid in Bondo Showdown

Raila Odinga Junior has appealed to the Luo Nyanza community to stand together as he honoured his late father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, at the official commissioning of the elder Odinga’s mausoleum. Speaking at Kang’o Ka Jaramogi on Wednesday, Raila Junior thanked President William Ruto for what he described …

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Uhuru Fires Back at Ruto Over Repeated Political Attacks

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has responded to recent criticism from President William Ruto, accusing the Head of State of inconsistency and urging political leaders to exercise restraint in their exchanges. Speaking on Saturday at the burial of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, in …

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Wiper Breaks Silence on Claims Kalonzo Is Set to Join Ruto

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka attends the burial of Pastor William Muthengi in Mumoni, Kitui County on Saturday 25th July, 2026./ The Lower Eastern Times

Wiper Party has rejected reports suggesting that its leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, is planning to join President William Ruto’s administration, maintaining that the party remains committed to working with the opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election. Wiper chairman Jamleck Kamau dismissed the reports as propaganda, alleging that individuals within government …

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DCI Denies Voter Smuggling Claims

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismissed reports linking its officers to an alleged incident involving a vehicle intercepted at the Kenya-Uganda border and the confiscation of materials said to be related to elections. In a statement, the DCI described the reports as false, inaccurate and misleading, saying they …

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Kalonzo Reveals Why He May Skip Raila’s Memorial

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has criticised what he described as attempts to use the legacy of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga for political purposes, saying opposition leaders should remain united in defending the ideals associated with him. Speaking in Bondo, Siaya County, on Sunday, September 27, …

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Gachagua Issues Strong Warning to Firms Linked to Illicit Alcohol

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has warned 53 companies he alleges are involved in the production and distribution of illicit alcohol that their operations could be shut down if the United Opposition forms the next government. Speaking while addressing a diaspora caucus in Dallas, Texas, Gachagua accused …

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Uhuru Hands Jubilee Leadership to Matiang’i

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has handed over the leadership of the Jubilee Party to his deputy, Fred Matiang’i, as the party prepares for its National Delegates Convention (NDC). Despite stepping aside from the party’s top leadership position, Uhuru said he has no intention of leaving Jubilee, which he described as …

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Uhuru: I Still Believe Raila Odinga Won the 2022 Election

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has reiterated his belief that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election, despite the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold President William Ruto’s victory. Speaking at a Jubilee Party officials’ meeting in Nairobi on Tuesday, Uhuru also rejected suggestions that he failed to adequately …

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Azimio Rebrands as Ukombozi Alliance Ahead of 2027

The Azimio la Umoja coalition has adopted a new name, with opposition leaders announcing that the political outfit will now operate as the Ukombozi Alliance. Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka announced the change on Monday, saying parties within the coalition had unanimously agreed to rebrand the alliance as they prepare …

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Osotsi Denies Linda Mwananchi Split as Wamalwa Courts Sifuna

Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi has rejected reports of divisions within the Linda Mwananchi Movement, insisting that its leaders remain united in their efforts to build a political platform capable of forming the next government. Osotsi alleged that the government was attempting to create divisions within the movement but maintained that …

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