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HomeDaily NewsMonday, July 13, 2026Infotrak Poll Shows Ruto Leading 2027 Presidential Race - July 2026
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Infotrak Poll Shows Ruto Leading 2027 Presidential Race - July 2026

A new opinion poll by Infotrak shows President William Ruto leading potential 2027 presidential hopefuls with 32 percent approval. However, a significant portion of voters, 18 percent, remain undecided. Allies of President William Ruto have accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of engaging in divisive politics following his remarks concerning campaigns in Ol Kalou. Separately, Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi has strongly criticized ODM leader Dr. Oburu Oginga for suggesting that President William Ruto should adopt a 'benevolent dictatorship', calling the statement shocking coming from a family that championed democracy.

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Monday 12:40 PMNation Politics

Poll: Ruto is leading presidential hopeful

Poll: Ruto is leading presidential hopeful

A new opinion poll by Infotrak shows President William Ruto leading potential 2027 presidential hopefuls with 32 percent approval. However, a significant portion of voters, 18 percent, remain undecided.

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A new opinion poll by Infotrak shows President William Ruto leading potential 2027 presidential hopefuls with 32 percent approval. However, a significant portion of voters, 18 percent, remain undecided.

  • President William Ruto is the leading contender with 32% approval.
  • Other notable figures include Kalonzo Musyoka (13%), Edwin Sifuna (12%), and Dr Fred Matiang'i (12%).
  • 18% of surveyed voters are undecided, with 20% of female respondents being undecided compared to 15% of male respondents.
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Oburu's 'benevolent dictatorship' outburst causes stir

Oburu's 'benevolent dictatorship' outburst causes stir

Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi has strongly criticized ODM leader Dr. Oburu Oginga for suggesting that President William Ruto should adopt a 'benevolent dictatorship'. Mwangangi found the statement shocking coming from a leader associated with a family that championed democracy.

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Monday 11:56 AMStandard Politics

Ruto allies accuse Gachagua of divisive politics over Ol Kalou remarks

Ruto allies accuse Gachagua of divisive politics over Ol Kalou remarks

Allies of President William Ruto have accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of engaging in divisive politics following his remarks concerning campaigns in Ol Kalou.

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Allies of President William Ruto have accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of engaging in divisive politics following his remarks concerning campaigns in Ol Kalou.

  • The dispute centers on Gachagua's call for Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata, the Linda Mwananchi movement, and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna to avoid the Ol Kalou campaign events.
  • Key figures involved include President William Ruto's allies and Rigathi Gachagua.
  • The remarks suggest a potential political rift or differing strategies within political factions regarding campaign access and influence in specific regions.
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Key Highlights

Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi has strongly criticized ODM leader Dr. Oburu Oginga for suggesting that President William Ruto should adopt a 'benevolent dictatorship'. Mwangangi found the statement shocking coming from a leader associated with a family that championed democracy.

  • Dr. Oburu Oginga advised President William Ruto at Statehouse to exercise benevolent dictatorship.
  • Francis Mwangangi urged Dr. Oburu to withdraw the statement and apologize to Kenyans.
  • The Deputy Governor also condemned UDA legislators for attacking Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti and called on the South African Government to protect foreign nationals.