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Edwin Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi Rally Faces Teargas Disruption in Kakamega

Patricia Waigwa February 21, 2026

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna launched the Linda Mwananchi tour earlier this month. The campaign aims to engage citizens across Western Kenya on governance and social issues. Several leaders, including Babu Owino and James Orengo, are scheduled to join upcoming rallies. Consequently, public

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Oketch Salah Responds to Ruth Odinga Over ODM Role and Raila Relationship

Patricia Waigwa February 19, 2026

Oketch Salah has strongly responded to Ruth Odinga over claims about his relationship with the late Raila Odinga. He clarified his position regarding his role in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and his ties to the Odinga family. Speaking during an interview on KTN on Wednesday night, Ruth denied knowing Salah well. She expressed surprise […]

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Fred Matiang’i Demands Inclusive Process for 2027 Opposition Flagbearer

Patricia Waigwa February 19, 2026

Fred Matiang’i has called for a transparent and inclusive method to pick the opposition’s 2027 presidential candidate. The Jubilee Party deputy leader spoke in Nairobi on February 18. He made the remarks after receiving endorsement from Party of National Unity (PNU). Consequently, his bid for the presidency gained fresh momentum. Matiang’i emphasized that alliance

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Sifuna Slams Nairobi Function Transfer

Patricia Waigwa February 17, 2026

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has expressed concern over a planned State House signing ceremony. The event, scheduled for 3 pm on Tuesday, February 17, will reportedly see President William Ruto formalize cooperation with the Nairobi County Government. According to Sifuna, the ceremony appears to transfer certain county responsibilities to the national government. This, he

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Rigathi Gachagua Threatens 100,000-Person March

Patricia Waigwa February 16, 2026

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua publicly confronted Inspector General Douglas Kanja over alleged police brutality. He accused the police boss of avoiding a scheduled meeting in Nairobi. Consequently, tensions escalated into an impromptu rally in Nyamakima. Gachagua claimed Kanja exited through a back door to avoid opposition leaders. He vowed to return on Friday

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High Court Stops Sifuna’s Removal as ODM Secretary General

Patricia Waigwa February 12, 2026

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna can breathe a sigh of relief after the High Court halted his removal as ODM Secretary General. On Thursday, February 12, the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal ordered the gazettement of Sifuna’s ouster to be suspended pending further hearings. “Pending the hearing and determination of this instant application, this tribunal hereby stays […]

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Sifuna Rejects ODM Ouster as Winnie Odinga Joins Defiant Camp

Alfonce Mutuku February 12, 2026

NAIROBI, February 12, 2026 — ODM’s internal war has exploded into the open. Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has rejected his removal as Secretary-General, calling the decision illegal and promising a political counter-attack against the party’s top leadership. Speaking at Serena Hotel on Thursday, Sifuna said the NEC meeting that removed him broke party rules. “This […]

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Sifuna vs ODM: Tribunal Fight Looms After Secretary-General Removal

Alfonce Mutuku February 12, 2026

ODM has kicked off 2026 with a political earthquake. The party has officially removed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as Secretary-General, ending one of the most visible tenures in recent party history. The decision was sealed on February 11, 2026, during a high-stakes National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Mombasa, and it has already split the […]

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Jalang’o Enters Nairobi Senate Race, Questions Sifuna’s Record

Patricia Waigwa February 11, 2026

Lang’ata MP Felix Oduor, popularly known as Jalang’o, has officially declared his intention to run for Nairobi Senator in 2027. He revealed the plan during an interview with Radio 47. He said confidence in his first-term performance pushed him to seek a broader leadership role. According to Jalang’o, his experience in Lang’ata proves he can […]

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John Mbadi Eyes 2032 Presidency, Rules Out 2027 Bid

Patricia Waigwa February 9, 2026

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has declared interest in the 2032 presidential race. However, he ruled out contesting in the 2027 General Elections. Instead, he pledged loyalty to President William Ruto until 2032. Mbadi spoke during a public meeting on February 9. Consequently, his remarks triggered immediate political discussion. Mbadi dismissed speculation about a