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January 23, 2026
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Why Uhuru removed Kioni as Jubilee Party SG

Why Uhuru removed Kioni as Jubilee Party SG

Uhuru restructures Jubilee Party leadership to give it a broader national outlook ahead of expected opposition alliance talks...

✨ Key Highlights

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has initiated a leadership shake-up within the Jubilee Party, removing Kioni as Secretary General. This move precedes crucial opposition alliance discussions aimed at selecting a presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the upcoming elections.

  • The changes were made ahead of significant opposition alliance talks.
  • Uhuru Kenyatta, the Former President, orchestrated the leadership changes.
  • The discussions will focus on determining a candidate to contest against President William Ruto in the next year’s elections.

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