Simba Arati, the Deputy Party Leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), has invited former Presidents Uhuru Kenyatta and Kalonzo Musyoka, along with current President William Ruto, to rejoin the party ahead of the 2027 General Election. This move aims to strengthen ODM’s position and honor Raila Odinga’s legacy.

• Kisii Governor Simba Arati extended the invitation during a speech in Kisumu, reiterating a previous offer made to President Ruto during Mashujaa Day celebrations.
• Arati stated that if President Ruto rejoined ODM, he would automatically be considered the party's presidential candidate for 2027.
• The proposal comes amidst differing opinions within ODM regarding its future direction, especially after Raila Odinga's passing and his Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA).