President William Ruto has escalated his criticism of the United Opposition, specifically targeting Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka for his alleged lack of a development track record during his extensive time in government. Speaking in Kakamega County, Ruto contrasted his administration's development efforts with what he claimed was Musyoka's 40 years in power without tangible achievements, exemplified by the condition of a road leading to Musyoka's home.

• Ruto accused Kalonzo Musyoka of spending 40 years in government with "nothing to show."
• The president highlighted his administration's focus on affordable housing, road infrastructure, and electricity connectivity.
• Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa welcomed a potential UDA-ODM coalition and praised national government projects in the Western region.

Recent political developments in Kenya's Western region are posing a significant challenge to President William Ruto's influence, despite efforts by his key allies. The perceived "rejection" of Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula indicates a struggle to maintain the government's popularity among the Luhya nation.

• Efforts by President Ruto's allies to use a UDA by-election win in Malava to signal continued government popularity in Western Kenya are being undermined.
• The political landscape in Western Kenya is marked by emerging unity among local leaders and growing support for alternative political movements.
• This situation presents a "headache" for President Ruto as his grip on the Luhya nation faces a significant challenge.

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has publicly criticized President William Ruto, accusing him of using political allies to attack former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Nyoro alleges this strategy is a distraction from pressing issues affecting Kenyans.

• Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro stated that Ruto's administration is manufacturing narratives to divert attention.
• The accusation targets President William Ruto for allegedly deploying foot soldiers to insult former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
• The complaint was made on December 31, 2025, by Nyoro at his KICC office in Nairobi.