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He said opposition leaders needed to demonstrate maturity, exercise restraint, and work towards forming a united government rather than engaging in exchanges that could weaken their political standing
Waithera, who is seeking the Nairobi Senate seat on a Jubilee Party ticket, said unidentified individuals dressed in police or paramilitary-style uniforms picked her up while she was engaging members of the public about her political ambitions
Speaking during an interview with NTV on Sunday, the former Interior Cabinet Secretary said the selection of a presidential candidate should be guided by ideas, development platforms, competence and leadership records rather than ethnic mobilisation.
In a condolence statement dated October 29, 2026, the party’s Secretary General, Moitalel ole Kenta, said Kawuki’s death was a loss to her family, the people of Taita Taveta, the Jubilee fraternity and the wider democratic movement in Kenya.
In resolutions released on Wednesday, the party said the committee would review the draft Deed of Agreement for the Ukombozi Alliance (TUA) and propose amendments where necessary.
His remarks came days after former President Uhuru Kenyatta handed over Jubilee’s leadership to Matiang’i during a meeting with party officials in Nairobi on September 22, ahead of the National Delegates Convention.
In a statement on Monday, Jubilee Secretary General Moitalel Ole Kenta criticised what he called the President’s use of a church service as a platform for political attacks and score-settling.
The former President made the remarks during a Jubilee Party meeting in Nairobi on September 22, saying he remained convinced that Odinga had won the election. He also pointed to the performance of the coalition supporting Odinga in parliamentary and county elections as part of his argument
According to Oginga, the former President was in a position to take action during the election period and should therefore not continue engaging in debate over the results.
After accepting the leadership, Matiang’i turned his attention to Uhuru’s years in government, thanking him for his service to the country and the role he played in leading the party.
The former president was speaking on Tuesday after formally handing over the leadership of the Jubilee Party to his deputy, Fred Matiang’i, ahead of the party’s National Delegates Convention.
The former President said those who were involved in the election knew what happened after the vote and would not want similar events repeated.
Speaking during a meeting with Jubilee officials in Nairobi on Tuesday, September 22, the former president said the transition would take effect as the party prepares for the NDC, which is expected to formalise the new leadership.
In a statement on Monday, Kioni described the decision as “a significant victory for democracy, constitutionalism and the Bill of Rights”, arguing that leaving office should not strip a former president of political rights.
Jubilee Party leaders from Nakuru, Nyandarua, Embu, Nyeri and Murang’a say divisions within the party are intensifying and accuse Deputy Party Leader Jeremiah Kioni and former MP Ngunjiri Wambugu of fuelling wrangles. The concerns follow a court ruling on who can run Jubilee’s party operations.
His remark came as his political relationship with President William Ruto continues to attract attention, with the two leaders and their allies engaged in fresh exchanges as the country moves closer to the 2027 General Election.
With Uhuru's exit now set to take place, Kioni has presented himself as a candidate for the position, insisting that Jubilee must follow its formal structures when choosing its next leader.
Matiang’i argued that Kenyatta’s acceptance of the ruling demonstrated respect for the law rather than defiance of the government.
Kioni said the tradition of electing party leaders through the National Delegates Convention had been central to Jubilee’s operations since its formation and should guide the current transition.
Kalonzo said the coalition leadership would examine the matter before making a decision on Uhuru’s position within Azimio.
Uhuru has further committed to ensuring that the handover is completed in accordance with the law and Jubilee Party’s governing constitution.
Speaking in Borabu Constituency, Nyamira County, Matiang’i said Ruto should spend more time addressing the concerns of Kenyans and delivering on his promises instead of attacking his political opponents.
A panel headed by Innocent Muganda also cancelled Kenta’s appointment and recognition, giving Jubilee Party the option of conducting a new process to fill the Secretary General position in line with its constitution and other applicable requirements.
The Former Kesses MP said education support would not be limited to technical training, adding that he would also target primary and secondary schools to improve literacy, enrollment and transition rates.
The former Interior Cabinet Secretary said political competition should not be treated as a matter of life and death, urging politicians to put the stability of the country above individual political ambitions
In a statement issued on Monday, the party described the remarks as “reckless”, “divisive” and “dangerous”, warning that such rhetoric could reopen ethnic tensions associated with Kenya’s past election violence.
Taking to his X account on Monday, Matiang’i said the government had taken a different approach when police uniforms were changed during his tenure, involving the National Youth Service (NYS) and other institutions in production as part of efforts to reduce costs, strengthen local capacity and create opportunities for Kenyans
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.
According to Kioni, Kenyans should be able to attend political meetings, express their views and support their preferred leaders without facing intimidation or violence.
The parties were expected to have physical offices in at least 24 of the country’s 47 counties, but checks by the Auditor-General found that a number of them had far fewer offices than the required threshold.