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HomeDaily NewsMonday, August 24, 2026Uhuru, Ruto Trade Barbs as 2027 Battle Takes Shape - August 2026
Kenya Politics & Government3 stories from 2 sources

Uhuru, Ruto Trade Barbs as 2027 Battle Takes Shape - August 2026

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and his successor President William Ruto are trading barbs, signaling a potential political showdown ahead of the 2027 presidential election. President Ruto has stated that Uhuru Kenyatta chose to become an opposition leader. The Orange Democratic Movement party is facing internal challenges as it insists on loyalty from its members, particularly those in Luo Nyanza, ahead of the 2027 General Election. The party's stance on nomination tickets threatens the political careers of perceived rebels and is complicated by its cooperation with UDA.

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Sunday 8:46 PMNation Politics

Uhuru, Ruto trade barbs as 2027 battle takes shape

Uhuru, Ruto trade barbs as 2027 battle takes shape

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and his successor President William Ruto are trading barbs, signaling a potential political showdown ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

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Key Highlights

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and his successor President William Ruto are trading barbs, signaling a potential political showdown ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

  • President Ruto accuses Kenyatta of sponsoring opposition politicians and movements to undermine his administration and re-election bid.
  • Kenyatta denies being a "sponsor" and states he has no interest in returning to elective politics, while acknowledging Kenyans' right to choose their leaders.
  • Opposition leaders, including Kalonzo Musyoka and Fred Matiang'i, attended a memorial service with Kenyatta and pledged to field a united candidate against Ruto in 2027.
Sunday 10:16 PMNTV Kenya (Youtube)

President Ruto: Uhuru Kenyatta chose to become an opposition leader

Sunday 6:42 PMNation PoliticsFirst

ODM fence sitters' herculean task as party insists on loyalty

ODM fence sitters' herculean task as party insists on loyalty

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party is facing internal challenges as it insists on loyalty from its members, particularly those in Luo Nyanza, ahead of the 2027 General Election. The party's stance on nomination tickets threatens the political careers of perceived rebels and is complicated by its cooperation with UDA.

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Key Highlights

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party is facing internal challenges as it insists on loyalty from its members, particularly those in Luo Nyanza, ahead of the 2027 General Election. The party's stance on nomination tickets threatens the political careers of perceived rebels and is complicated by its cooperation with UDA.

  • ODM is demanding strict loyalty from politicians seeking nomination tickets for the 2027 General Election.
  • Key figures like South Suba MP Caroli Omondi, Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo, and Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Adhiambo Odinga are under scrutiny for their loyalty.
  • The party's position is a significant shift, especially after the passing of former PM Raila Odinga, impacting its traditional stronghold dynamics.