Maraga signals alliance with United Opposition ahead of 2027 poll
'I want to join leaders who are fighting to restore public confidence.'..
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Former Chief Justice David Maraga has signaled his intention to unite with other opposition leaders to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 elections. Speaking in Mombasa, Maraga emphasized his commitment to fighting corruption and impunity to restore constitutionalism in Kenya.
- Maraga, leader of the United Green Movement (UGM) party, declared willingness to join a united opposition to unseat President Ruto.
- He condemned the recent chaos at Witima ACK church in Othaya, attributing it to government-sponsored thugs and supporting nationwide demonstrations.
- The former Chief Justice criticized the government for lifting the six-year ban on logging in public forests, citing environmental concerns.
- The UGM party is touring the Coast region for a mass voter registration campaign, urging youth participation to influence the 2027 presidential election.
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Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo is reportedly facilitating talks between former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to form a formidable opposition against President William Ruto in the 2027 elections. This comes as Rigathi Gachagua stated he and Uhuru Kenyatta are to blame for making William Ruto popular in Mt Kenya, and he now vows to correct his mistake by mobilizing against Ruto. Gachagua also denied orchestrating an attack on himself at a church in Nyeri County, instead calling it an attempted assassination and accusing President Ruto of authoritarian tendencies. These negotiations represent recent efforts to reconcile Kenyatta and Gachagua despite their past antagonistic relationship. Broadening the coalition, former Chief Justice David Maraga has signaled his intention to unite with other opposition leaders to challenge President Ruto, emphasizing his commitment to fighting corruption.
