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Speaking during a church service at St. Mary’s Girls High School Grounds, Narok on Sunday, Ruto described the confrontation during the festival celebrations as unfortunate and urged the leaders to discourage their supporters from fighting over political differences.
Olekina made the admission while addressing residents, acknowledging that he initially did not like Ruto and was among those who questioned his credibility before and during the political contest.
Speaking on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the burial of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s sister, Sifuna said some people appeared convinced that wearing T-shirts was incompatible with the demands of seeking the presidency.
Babu's remarks come weeks after he left the Linda Mwananchi Movement and joined Muungano Party, which was subsequently renamed the Mwananchi Party, raising questions about his relationship with Sifuna.
In just 48 hours, the Linda Mwananchi leader held meetings with United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Director-General of the United Nations Office at Nairobi Zainab Hawa Bangura, Japanese Ambassador to Kenya Matsuura Hiroshi and Italian Ambassador Vincenzo Del Monaco.
The MP said he would not accept any political arrangement that brings him into the broad-based government, arguing that his opposition stance was built on his differences with the current administration.
The former Nairobi Governor believes the Wiper Patriotic Front leader has made enough concessions in previous election cycles and should no longer surrender his presidential ambitions to accommodate other opposition politicians.
The findings released on Thursday, November 12, show President William Ruto and the UDA government coming second at 15 per cent, followed by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna at seven per cent.
TIFA Research noted that "Ruto and Sifuna emerge as joint frontrunners, while support for other presidential aspirants continues to decline."
The poll released on Thursday, November 12, shows UDA's support increasing from 17 per cent in June to 25 per cent in November, while ODM's popularity dropped by half from 20 per cent to 10 per cent over the same period.
In a notice to supporters on Thursday, the movement said only members who had registered by the date the conference notice was published would qualify to attend the meeting.
Manyora says personal ambitions, greed and alleged State infiltration are undermining efforts to build a united opposition, arguing that some leaders are working against the coalition's interests while others lack a clear understanding of the political stakes.
The Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary identified himself, Kisii Governor Simba Arati, National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga as potential candidates, while insisting that Ruto would first secure another term in the 2027 General Election.
Uhuru said Kenyans had already made up their minds about the country's political direction but were waiting for their leaders to unite.
The former Deputy President made the remarks on Wednesday during a memorial Mass for Uhuru’s cousin, Beatrice Wambui Muturi, at PCEA Nairobi West Church in Lang’ata, Nairobi, where he appeared to acknowledge that the former President had been right in his assessment of Ruto.
Ida acknowledged that Raila's death had affected many people who looked up to him for political leadership, but maintained that his supporters should not abandon the positions they held before his passing.
The Nakuru Senator was keen to assure Nakuru residents that her removal from the Senate leadership would not interfere with her work as their elected representative.
Ruto made the announcement on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, while addressing residents in Bonchari, Kisii County, during his development tour of the Gusii region. He said the 2032 transition should mark the beginning of a new political era led by younger Kenyans,
Speaking during an interview on Radio Generation's Power File show on Monday, the legislator said Kenya needed to move away from parties built around ethnic and regional interests towards formations driven by clear policies and ideological positions
Mulu, who is seeking the Kitui governorship, said voters have an opportunity to make fresh leadership choices and should not complain about poor leadership after returning the same politicians to office.
Taking aim at the President's campaign messaging, Gachagua referred to him as "Mr 6 Months," accusing him of relying on familiar political speeches instead of demonstrating what his administration had achieved.
The President also revisited the circumstances surrounding his 2022 presidential victory, dismissing Gachagua's suggestion that he was the central figure behind his rise to power. He maintained that his victory came from a nationwide campaign in which he personally sought support from voters, including residents of the Gusii region.
The Kikuyu MP said political disagreements should not be mistaken for personal hatred, insisting that he remains on friendly terms with Gachagua and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, even as they find themselves on opposing sides of the political divide.
The ODM Senator said Raila explained his intention to work with Ruto and sought their backing before the two political sides moved forward with the arrangement.
Wetang’ula said the region should consolidate its political influence within the national government rather than pursue alliances that lack a clear development agenda.
Gachagua said the opposition had agreed to field a single presidential candidate, adding that disagreements over the timing and choice of the flagbearer were normal and would be resolved through consultations.
The remarks came as the President sought support the continue his administration's development agenda, asking residents whether they wanted his government to continue its programmes.
Gachagua accused President William Ruto of betraying the region after benefiting from its overwhelming political support, saying the community had suffered economic hardship, job losses and insults under his administration.
Sifuna said the opposition must put aside personal differences and unite against what he described as an existential threat to the country, arguing that the urgency of rescuing Kenya was greater than their political history.
Mudavadi said running a political party requires substantial financial resources, even for leaders who do not hold elective positions.