Dr. Oburu Oginga, ODM party leader, announced he will issue a directive soon on the party's engagement with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ahead of the 2027 political formations. He emphasized that ODM has not signed any coalition agreement and is currently focused on strengthening its membership.

• Dr. Oburu Oginga will outline ODM's course, expressing confidence in securing prime positions in the next political dispensation.
• Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi urged Dr. Oburu Oginga to lead negotiations between ODM and UDA for a pre-election agreement.
• Kisumu Deputy Governor Mathews Owili called on party members to remain united and follow Dr. Oburu Oginga's leadership, stating, "Hii kelele yote tunaiskia hapa lazima ikome.”