Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi has criticized leaders of the Linda Mwanainchi faction ahead of their planned rally in Kisumu this Sunday.

• Atandi called on residents to support the government and cautioned against leaders attacking ODM party leader Oburu Oginga or making "reckless declarations" such as claiming to be the ODM party leader.
• Key figures expected at the rally include Governor James Orengo, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, and former ODM deputy party leader Godfrey Osotsi.
• Atandi specifically criticized Governor Orengo, calling him a "failure in terms of devolution" and accusing him of mismanaging funds in Siaya County.

Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi has cautioned leaders of the Linda Mwananchi group ahead of their planned rally in Kisumu on Sunday, urging them to respect ODM party leader Oburu Oginga.

• Atandi warned against attacking Oburu Oginga and making "political provocations" or "reckless declarations" during the rally.
• The MP also accused Siaya Governor James Orengo, a convener of the rally, of failing in his devolution mandate and highlighted ongoing cooperation between ODM and President William Ruto.
• The Linda Mwananchi rally is expected to attract leaders including Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, and former ODM deputy party leader Godfrey Osotsi.

Kenya's 2027 General Election is poised for a significant shake-up as two traditionally predictable voting blocs, Luo Nyanza and Mt Kenya, undergo a political reset. Both regions find themselves in uncharted territory due to the absence of long-standing political figures and shifting alliances.

• Luo Nyanza, once the stronghold of the late Prime Minister Raila Odinga, is now grappling with internal divisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and incursions from President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
• Mt Kenya, traditionally a kingpin region, lacks a clear dominant party or figurehead, with President Ruto, **former President Uhuru Kenyatta**, and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua all vying for influence.
• These regions collectively command millions of votes, making their realignment crucial for determining the outcome of the next presidential contest.