Wetang’ula’s Ford Kenya to Ruto’s UDA: We will not fold despite the blackmail
Ford Kenya has described the demand by UDA as a betrayal of partnership...
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Ford Kenya, led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, has rejected demands from President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) to merge, signaling a potential strain on their partnership ahead of the 2027 polls.
- Ford Kenya considers the merger demand a "betrayal" and an attempt to create a "single-party monolith."
- Key figures involved include Moses Wetang’ula and Ford Kenya Secretary-General John Chikati.
- This spat highlights a growing political fallout within the ruling Kenya Kwanza coalition, especially as ODM negotiates its own terms for a pre-election coalition.
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Wetang'ula's Ford Kenya Rejects UDA Merger Demand - March 2026
Ford Kenya, led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula, has firmly rejected demands from President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) to merge into the ruling party, stating they will not fold despite pressure. This comes after the ODM party's entry into the ruling coalition and its demands for pre-election pact conditions, creating tension within the Kenya Kwanza coalition. The party emphasizes its historical significance and commitment to remaining an independent entity within the coalition. Ford Kenya has also strongly refuted calls from within UDA to dissolve, denouncing such suggestions as a betrayal of their partnership.
