Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho has declared himself the Orange Democratic Movement’s (ODM) strongest candidate for the 2032 presidential election, positioning himself as the party’s natural successor during the Linda Ground Rally in Mombasa.

• Joho, 49, recounted his political journey, including serving as Kisauni Member of Parliament and two terms as Mombasa governor, emphasizing his unwavering loyalty to ODM.
• He stated he has agreed to shelve his 2027 presidential ambitions to allow President William Ruto to complete his second term.
• Mount Kenya leaders, led by Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki and Thika Town MP Alice Nganga, have warned of political consequences if President Ruto considers replacing Deputy President Kithure Kindiki with an ODM-backed candidate.