Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has warned the Mt Kenya region against repeating their perceived "mistake" of the 2022 General Election, while dismissing accusations from President William Ruto and allies that he is a "sponsor" of the opposition.

• Uhuru Kenyatta urged the Mt Kenya community not to repeat the electoral choices he believes were based on "self-deception."
• The former president stated he is "content" and not seeking any political position, therefore unbothered by insults labeling him a "sponsor."
• The remarks were made on Saturday, October 3, during a funeral service in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County, for Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of Martha Karua.

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna has reportedly rejected overtures from Dr. Boni Khalwale and Governor Natembeya, signaling his focus on his political trajectory ahead of the 2027 general election.

• Edwin Sifuna, the ODM Secretary-General, is the key figure in this development.
• Offers were reportedly extended by Dr. Boni Khalwale and Governor Natembeya.
• Sifuna's decision suggests a strategic move to chart his own political course for the upcoming 2027 elections.

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna were among opposition leaders who attended the funeral service of Martha Karua's father in Kirinyaga County.

• The leaders joined mourners to pay tribute to Martha Karua's late father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua.
• The funeral service took place on Thursday, October 3, following his passing on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
• Mwalimu Jackson Karua was remembered as a principled teacher and family man whose values influenced many.

Wiper Party Chairman Jamleck Kamau has vehemently denied reports that party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is planning to join the current government, calling the claims government propaganda.

• Wiper Party, a key member of the united opposition, is actively consolidating its position for the 2027 General Election.
• Jamleck Kamau stated that he personally initiated discussions with Parliamentary Service Commission Chairperson Johnstone Muthama and that these talks were not about persuading Musyoka to join the government.
• The party remains committed to building a strong opposition alliance to challenge President William Ruto in the upcoming elections.

Martha Karua, PLP leader, shared advice she claims to have received from her late father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua, regarding navigating political alliances and warned male politicians not to underestimate women in the political arena.

• Karua recalled her father's advice: "in politics, we should be careful because not everyone who makes you laugh is a friend."
• The advice was directed at opposition political actors in the lead-up to the 2027 General Election.
• Karua emphasized that women are active participants in Kenya's political contest, not just confined to the "kitchen."