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By June 2024, public debt was estimated at about Sh10.5 trillion, before climbing to more than Sh11.8 trillion by the end of the 2024/2025 financial year, representing nearly 68% of gross domestic product.
Kanyadoto Ward MCA Apopo Lentana says ODM must restore trust among its supporters by ensuring equal opportunity in nominations and avoiding favouritism in ticket allocation.
UDA has opened its Electoral and Nomination Dispute Resolution Committee to receive and determine complaints from its Repeat Phase II grassroots elections held April 23, 2026, with disputes to be filed within 24 hours.
More than 450,000 aspirants are expected to compete for 20 grassroots positions, with participation drawn from women, youth, special interest groups, farmers, religious organisations, professionals, and MSMEs and traders. The party estimates that around eight million members will take part in the exercise across more than 9,000 polling centres.
The remarks come at a time when ODM is actively engaged in internal and coalition talks around zoning arrangements ahead of the 2027 polls. The party is pushing for a system where coalition partners agree not to compete in certain regions, a move it says would protect its traditional support bases.
Kindiki criticised opposition leaders, accusing them of failing to deliver when they previously held positions in government.
According to Duale, Gachagua “rose to high office under a cloud of serious corruption allegations involving billions of shillings,” adding that “even the courts have questioned the source of his wealth.”
Murang’a MCA Sharleen Wambui says political zoning is equivalent to “negotiated democracy” and rejects it, urging young people to join political parties. Her remarks come as ODM and UDA intensify debate ahead of the 2027 elections.
Speaking on Monday at a youth convention in Jamuhuri Grounds, Nairobi, he dismissed the accusations and reaffirmed party unity, insisting ODM’s goal is to win power, not remain in opposition, amid ongoing tensions within Kenya’s opposition political landscape.
He argues that public participation is often manipulated, devolution is undermined by centralisation, and leadership remains focused on personal gain.
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In 2025, he moved across different counties in the region seeking endorsement from local leaders and elders. His first stop was in Sabatia, the political base of Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, where he received symbolic backing.
Sudi said it was wrong for UDA leaders to keep making public statements about ODM, noting that both parties are working together under a broader political understanding.
Oburu clarified that zoning is only one of several items the party intends to table once talks officially begin, maintaining that no formal process has started.
Speaking during a youth empowerment programme in Mabera, Kuria West Constituency in Migori County on Friday, Wetang’ula stressed that Parliament will firmly uphold its mandate to examine how public resources are used.
The ODM Central Committee met on April 16, 2026, in Nairobi to review internal party affairs, relations within its coalition with UDA, and preparations for the 2027 General Election.
Oburu noted that the party’s internal elections are about 98 per cent complete and urged members in the remaining areas to settle any disputes quickly using internal structures to avoid delays and division.
Reports of substandard or non-compliant fuel entering the market have also raised concern, with questions emerging over whether proper quality checks were followed.
Acting ODM SG Catherine Omanyo says the party has no official stance on President Ruto’s term limit, citing Raila Odinga’s advice to back the government until 2027 amid internal factions.
Busia Woman Rep Catherine Omanyo defends ODM’s combative internal culture while warning that opportunism, new parties and post-Raila disunity could weaken the party’s grip in key strongholds.
Omanyo said ODM is deliberately avoiding premature commitments as it weighs its options, drawing from past political deals to protect its influence and bargaining position.
He said the project will “significantly ease movement of people and goods.” He also announced electricity expansion for 28,000 homes, a new stadium, and upgrades to Suneka Airstrip to improve transport and trade.
Senator Kajwang said the hearings are not intended to punish governors but to interrogate how public resources are used and to help counties improve financial management. He added that many of the audit concerns are systemic and can be addressed through cooperation between the two levels of government.
The Linda Mwananchi delegation accused government-linked actors of enabling rising cases of political violence and goonism, saying the attack on Osotsi reflects a wider pattern of intimidation targeting leaders in the country.
The Narok Senator argued that leaders who have already served as governors and are linked to financial impropriety should face a permanent political lockout from the Senate.
Orwoba She cited her Sanitary Towels Bill, 2024, as a clear example of delays within the system, noting that the proposal aims to address period poverty by ensuring free access to menstrual hygiene products in public institutions such as schools, prisons, and colleges.
Senator Methu is fine,” without providing further clarification on the origin of the rumours. The confusion came at a time when Senator Methu has remained highly visible in political debates, often taking a critical stance against the government and making statements that attract national attention.
Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss stressed that Parliament should focus on examining whether public funds are properly used, rather than placing emphasis on the figures involved, noting that oversight begins during budget approval.
Methu also addressed criticism over comments he made during a public event in Ol Kalou, where he stated that leaders should not be expected to show unquestioned loyalty to the President, arguing that the Constitution clearly outlines Parliament’s oversight role.
Methu further stated that even if given another chance, he would not change his words, saying he stands by the message he delivered publicly.