Mombasa Governor Abdullswamad Nassir, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Deputy Party Leader, has urged party members to avoid distractions and focus on the upcoming 2027 general elections and next month's by-election. He emphasized reviewing the ten-point agenda formed during the broad-based government's inception.

• Abdulswamad Nassir stated that ODM cannot afford "sideshows" ahead of the by-elections, stressing the importance of focus.
• The Deputy Party Leader defended the broad-based agreement, stating that no party wants to be in opposition, and coalitions are essential for governance in Kenya.
• ODM will hold its first meeting under acting leader, Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga, on Monday, October 27, to discuss by-elections and the ten-point agenda signed by President William Ruto and the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

The emerging United Opposition in Kenya is actively building its structure and team to challenge President Ruto in the 2027 General Election. The coalition aims to create a credible national alternative by emphasizing discipline, ethics, and a robust code of conduct for its members.

• The coalition's strategy focuses on filtering out divisive figures and building public trust, according to spokesperson Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi.
• A crucial first step involves establishing solid structures, including a document of principled commitment that all leaders must sign.
• The coalition has created a "firewall" against politicians whose behavior borders on incitement, citing Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga’s remarks as an example of unacceptable conduct.
• Kituyi indicated it would be "difficult" for an unethical candidate to become the coalition's flagbearer.
• The United Opposition is opening its doors to younger politicians and aims to be perceived as a national movement rather than a narrow opposition bloc.