Ruto Asked to Return to ODM and Carry Raila’s Vision in 2027 Elections
Ruto was one of the founding fathers of ODM alongside Raila back in 2005...
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During Mashujaa Day celebrations, Kisii Governor Simba Arati publicly urged President William Ruto to rejoin the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), proposing him as the party's presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election.
- Arati, an ODM Deputy Party leader, suggested Ruto's return would fulfill the vision of the late Raila Odinga.
- Ruto was a founding member of ODM, formed after the 2005 constitutional referendum.
- The proposal comes amidst uncertainty in ODM's leadership following Odinga's passing, with Arati's comments expected to create "ripples" within the party.
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Calls for Leadership Changes and Future Plans Emerge Within ODM Party - October 2025
Political discussions concerning the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) have emerged. During Mashujaa Day celebrations, Kisii Governor Simba Arati publicly urged President William Ruto to rejoin the ODM party and proposed he be the party's presidential candidate for the 2027 election. Separately, Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei called for the immediate removal of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna from his position as the Secretary General of the ODM party. In other party news, Mombasa is set to host ODM's 20th-anniversary celebration.
