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Speaking in Kora, Kitui County, Ruto said investors should be free to buy shares listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) without intimidation or profiling for personal gain.
The senator suggested that Nyoro’s actions raised questions about whether he was genuinely committed to the opposition’s objective of removing President William Ruto from power
Nyoro said the government should provide information on the ownership of Dangote East Africa Refinery, the amount of land allocated to the project and any financial commitments made by the state
Karua announced her father’s death on Sunday, saying she had visited him in Kirinyaga earlier in the day alongside her siblings.
Nyoro said Kenya must create a predictable environment for both local and foreign investors, arguing that businesses should be allowed to operate within the law without interference from government officials.
Benny Hinn Walubengo has been designated Secretary General for Nairobi County, while John Kihiu takes up the position of Deputy Secretary General in charge of Administration Affairs for Kiambu County.
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.
The attack has raised fresh concern over the safety of people living in parts of Isiolo, where livestock theft and armed attacks have continued to put both residents and security personnel at risk.
The Kiharu MP said the political environment surrounding the United Democratic Alliance at the time also made it harder to convince established figures to join the party’s presidential campaign.
However, Kituyi said the situation would take a different meaning if Nyoro was opposed to Ruto and had committed to backing a joint opposition presidential candidate.
Speaking to Radio Generation on Friday, Naituli described Nyoro as an intelligent politician with a strong understanding of economics, but questioned the timing of his political ambitions and the decisions he has made as he seeks to expand his influence beyond his Mount Kenya base
Speaking on Radio Generation on Thursday, the senator claimed Nyoro was deliberately groomed while Gachagua was still in office, saying the Kiharu MP was used to weaken the Deputy President’s position.
The Kiharu MP said he would not hesitate to defend PPK if any opposition leader directly accused the party of undermining the opposition, dismissing claims that he could be operating as a mole within the political grouping.
According to Nyoro, the leaders who spoke to Ruto later shared with him the President’s response to their attempts to change his mind.
The entry of the three MCAs comes shortly after Nyoro made a major change in his political career by leaving UDA and taking over the leadership of PPK.
Mundalo cited Nyoro’s criticism of policies associated with his former Budget Committee role as evidence of what he described as political inconsistency
The Kiharu MP said some politicians had reached out to congratulate him after he unveiled his new political outfit, despite having strained relations with leaders in the Opposition.
The party uses the slogan “Sauti ya Wakenya” (Your voice. Your party. Your Kenya), while its official slogan is “Usawa Haki Uhuru” (Equality, Justice, Freedom).
In a statement issued on Monday, Nyoro said the move marked a new chapter in his political career and called on Kenyans to consider the party as part of efforts to build a united opposition ahead of the August 2027 General Election.
Speaking during a function in his constituency on Saturday, Nyoro said he was not prepared to make rushed political choices and indicated that consultations with leaders across different political camps were still ongoing.
The Kiharu MP said he was carefully reflecting on the next steps after leaving government, adding that his experience in politics had taught him the importance of making well-considered decisions.
The Finance Bill, 2026 was approved in the National Assembly after 122 MPs backed it, 40 rejected it, and none abstained. However, a much larger number, 187 MPs including Nyoro, were not present during the vote, raising concern over attendance during a critical economic decision.
The UDA MP argued that maintaining the current Sh420 billion allocation would put counties under strain, especially at a time when inflation and rising operational costs continue to affect service delivery at the local level.
In a letter dated May 19, 2026, the Parliamentary Budget Office confirmed that Nyoro’s proposals would be processed in accordance with Article 114 of the Constitution and the National Assembly Standing Orders.
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro proposes a four to six-month fuel relief package to cut 8% VAT on petroleum, reduce the Road Maintenance Levy, and inject Sh5 billion from the Fuel Stabilisation Fund to subsidise diesel prices.
The MP indicated that detailed proposals on the amendments had already been prepared and submitted separately to the Clerk of the National Assembly for consideration.
MP Nyoro has urged urgent cuts to fuel taxes and higher subsidies, accusing the Kenyan government of inaction, opaque pricing and a flawed G-to-G fuel deal that keeps pump prices high.
Kaluma said National Assembly Finance and National Planning Committee sought the best price for the public asset and challenged testimony that failed to present a credible alternative valuation.
The MP said education has been neglected despite campaign promises. He expressed concern that young people and other dissenting voices have faced undue pressure, reflecting a shift from governance to public relations.
Mbadi stated that the coffee industry, which some leaders are now using for political gain, has received an allocation of Sh4 billion, up from Sh3 billion in the previous fiscal year.