Former Samburu County Woman Representative Maison Leshoomo and six Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) have defected from Jubilee to the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), endorsing President William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid.

• Maison Leshoomo, a former Jubilee National Executive Council member, leads the group.
• The defection includes six Samburu MCAs, bolstering UDA's grassroots presence.
• This move signifies a political realignment in Samburu County ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki stated that the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party remains strong and is open to collaborations with like-minded political parties and individuals for the upcoming 2027 elections.

• UDA emphasized its inclusivity and commitment to national development, welcoming defectors from the Jubilee Party in Samburu County.
• Key defectors included Maison Leshoomo, former Samburu North MP Alois Lentoimaga, and former Governor Moses Lenolkulal.
• The visit highlighted ongoing multi-billion-shilling development projects in Samburu County, such as road construction and affordable housing initiatives, as evidence of the government's commitment.