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January 15, 2026
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Ruto allies on edge as UDA-ODM deal rocks 2027 election plans
Anxiety has gripped some of the president’s allies from regions where ODM commands major support, as the possibility of a dramatic shift in the president’s point men begins to hit home...
✨ Key Highlights
The deepening political cooperation between President William Ruto's UDA and ODM is creating significant anxiety among Ruto's current allies, particularly regarding the 2027 General Election. This new alliance could dramatically shift political landscapes and influence power dynamics across key regions.
- The UDA-ODM deal threatens the political futures of several existing leaders, especially in Western Kenya, Gusii, the Coast, and Central Kenya.
- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, who delivered significant votes to Kenya Kwanza in 2022, stand to lose influence in Western Kenya due to ODM's re-entry.
- The potential pact could lead to ODM pushing for a Deputy Presidency slot in 2027, possibly challenging current Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki.
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