Ruto vs Uhuru Season II unfolds
Ruto’s camp links Kenyatta to factional wars within ODM...
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Allies of Kenyan President William Ruto are increasingly implicating his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, in growing opposition to the current administration, fueling speculation of a repeat of their 2022 electoral rivalry in the upcoming 2027 elections.
- Uhuru Kenyatta previously backed opposition leader Raila Odinga against Dr. Ruto in the 2022 elections.
- Kenyatta recently revived the Azimio coalition by installing Wiper's Kalonzo Musyoka as party leader.
- Political observers suggest Kenyatta may be orchestrating a coalition to challenge President Ruto, a scenario dubbed "Season II" of their fallout.
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