Siaya Governor James Orengo has notably shifted his stance towards President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza government, publicly praising him for development efforts just months after demanding his resignation. The change was evident during Ruto's visit to St Peter’s ACK Cathedral in Siaya County on August 31, 2025.

• Governor Orengo lauded President Ruto for tangible development projects in Siaya, specifically mentioning a new 20,000-capacity stadium and the new Siaya referral hospital.
• The shift in tone was influenced by a phone call from ODM party leader Raila Odinga, who urged Orengo to ensure a warm reception for the President.
• Orengo also announced the upcoming Siaya International Trade & Investment Conference (SITICO 2025), scheduled for October, which President Ruto is expected to headline.