President William Ruto was crowned a Luo elder during his recent tour of Migori, where he emphasized the preservation of Kenya's rich cultural heritage. He announced expansion plans for the cultural centre at Thimlich Ohinga Historic Site to boost tourism and heritage.

• Migori Governor Achillo Ayacko stated that the ODM party will collaborate with President Ruto in preparation for the 2027 election.
• ODM Leader Oburu Oginga underscored the importance of local languages, warning against elevating foreign languages.
• Homabay Governor Gladys Wanga highlighted the Luo community's past solidarity with President Ruto in 2007 and affirmed Nyanza's support for the "Singapore plan" to transform Kenya's economy.