Oburu Hints at Vying For Presidency in 2027 Elections

Oburu Oginga, leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, has indicated his potential presidential candidacy in the 2027 Kenyan elections if the party decides to run independently. A final decision on whether ODM will align with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) or field its own candidate is expected before the end of 2026.

Defining year ahead for IEBC as it readies country for 2027 elections

The newly constituted Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) faces a defining year as it prepares Kenya for the 2027 general elections. Having recently overseen highly contested by-elections, the commission is now tasked with meeting crucial constitutional deadlines.

Political party leaders urge IEBC to put its house in order ahead of the 2027 general election

NLP’s Augustus Muli calls on IEBC to fix gaps ahead of 2027 polls

NLP Party leader Augustus Muli has called on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to address existing gaps and ensure a transparent and credible electoral process ahead of the 2027 General Election. He emphasized that Kenya's democratic stability relies on the integrity of the polls.

Ichung'wah Speaks on Mudavadi's 2027 Referendum Plan

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah clarified on December 30, 2025, that Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi's call for a constitutional referendum concurrent with the 2027 general elections is his personal view, not the official stance of the Kenya Kwanza government.