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HomeDaily NewsSunday, August 23, 2026Uhuru Denies Sponsoring Opposition After Ruto Accusations - August 2026
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Uhuru Denies Sponsoring Opposition After Ruto Accusations - August 2026

Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has definitively ruled out any return to politics and refuted allegations that he is sponsoring the opposition to destabilize President William Ruto's administration. Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta stated that Kenyans will decide their president in the 2027 General Election and denied claims he is sponsoring opposition politicians. Government leaders subsequently accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of misleading opposition leaders and urged those claiming his financial support to distance themselves from him. At the same time, Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku has threatened to lead the Maasai community out of the Orange Democratic Movement party, citing alleged betrayal by party officials supporting rival UDA candidates.

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Sunday 2:06 PMKenyans

Uhuru Responds to Ruto Over Claims Of Sponsoring Opposition

Uhuru Responds to Ruto Over Claims Of Sponsoring Opposition

Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has definitively ruled out any return to politics and refuted allegations that he is sponsoring the opposition to destabilize President William Ruto's administration.

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Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has definitively ruled out any return to politics and refuted allegations that he is sponsoring the opposition to destabilize President William Ruto's administration.

  • Kenyatta stated, "The power belongs to the people," emphasizing that Kenyans will decide the country's future leadership in 2027.
  • The remarks were made during a memorial service for the late 8th Vice President, Michael Kijana Wamalwa, in Kitale.
  • The former Head of State expressed contentment with his 10-year tenure and urged the public to disregard claims of his continued political involvement.
Saturday 7:40 PMCitizen TV (Youtube)First

Viongozi wamshtumu Uhuru kwa kuwapotosha wapinzani

Government leaders have accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of misleading opposition leaders and urged those claiming his financial support to distance themselves from him.

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Government leaders have accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of misleading opposition leaders and urged those claiming his financial support to distance themselves from him.

  • Accusation that Uhuru Kenyatta is misleading opposition leaders.
  • The statement was made in Kakamega County.
  • Leaders advised those claiming to be funded by Kenyatta to disassociate from him.
Sunday 2:12 PMThe Standard

Uhuru hits back at Ruto: Kenyans will choose their president in 2027

Uhuru hits back at Ruto: Kenyans will choose their president in 2027

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta stated that Kenyans will decide their president in the 2027 General Election and denied claims he is sponsoring opposition politicians.

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Key Highlights

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta stated that Kenyans will decide their president in the 2027 General Election and denied claims he is sponsoring opposition politicians.

  • Kenyans have the right to choose their leaders, including supporting candidates like Kalonzo, Ruto, Matiang'i, or Sifuna.
  • Key individuals involved include Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, President William Ruto, and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna.
  • The remarks were made during a memorial service for former Vice-President Michael Kijana Wamalwa in Kitale.
Sunday 3:23 PMKenyans

Cracks as ODM Governor Issues Ultimatum to Oburu After Leaders Back UDA Candidate

Cracks as ODM Governor Issues Ultimatum to Oburu After Leaders Back UDA Candidate

Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku has threatened to lead the Maasai community out of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, citing alleged betrayal by party officials supporting rival United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidates.

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Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku has threatened to lead the Maasai community out of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, citing alleged betrayal by party officials supporting rival United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidates.

  • Governor Lenku accused ODM leaders of publicly campaigning for a UDA candidate in Kajiado for the 2027 gubernatorial race.
  • He demanded an apology from Odinga Oburu, warning of a mass exodus from ODM if the issue is not resolved.
  • The governor's threat comes amid intensified political maneuvering for the 2027 Kajiado governor seat, with his deputy and a UDA candidate also declaring interests.
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