Ruto Administration Engages Opposition Regions and Figures - January 2026

President William Ruto is intensifying efforts for coalition talks between his UDA party and ODM leadership while unveiling development projects in Kisumu. Concurrently, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi is urging leaders in the Western region to join the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Mudavadi warned that the region risks political marginalization if it does not unite under the ruling party. In a separate development, Idah Odinga, widow of the late Raila Odinga, thanked President William Ruto for his assistance. She revealed his help was instrumental in honoring her husband's wish to be buried within 72 hours, a request that had surprised the family.

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Stop asking questions and join UDA, Mudavadi tells Western region

Kenya's Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi is urging leaders and residents of the Western region to set aside political disagreements and join the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). He warns that the region risks being politically marginalized if it delays uniting under the ruling party.