The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) faces internal divisions over its Nairobi governorship candidate, with several MPs publicly endorsing Babu Owino, despite the party's Nairobi chairman, George Aladwa, also declaring his bid.

• Key figures like Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang’ and Awendo MP Walter Owino have publicly backed Babu Owino.
• The endorsement of Babu Owino is seen as a challenge to the party's leadership and potential alliances, including the possibility of Governor Johnson Sakaja seeking an ODM ticket.
• Babu Owino himself has questioned why ODM would consider giving the ticket to Sakaja, citing his past political allegiances.

Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has issued a three-day ultimatum to President William Ruto to take action against allies making inflammatory remarks, threatening to withdraw her support otherwise.

• Wamuchomba is demanding action against certain allies of President Ruto.
• The Githunguri MP has stated she will reconsider her support for the President if no action is taken.
• The ultimatum highlights concerns over hate speech and inflammatory remarks made by political figures.

Siaya Governor James Orengo has challenged the perceived 'coronation' of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as the Linda Mwananchi movement's presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election, insisting on a credible nomination process.

• James Orengo is ready to compete for the Linda Mwananchi presidential ticket, stating that competing ambitions can strengthen opposition unity if a fair selection process is followed.
• His entry creates the first significant internal contest for the emerging coalition, pushing back against allies of Edwin Sifuna who believe he is already the preferred candidate.
• Orengo cited historical examples like the 2007 ODM and 2002 opposition alliance nominations to emphasize that unity doesn't require eliminating ambition early.