Wetangúla's dilemma as Bungoma and national politics edge him out of equation
Popularity of Ford Kenya party seems shaky, and so are its leader's political prospects...
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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangúla is facing significant political challenges that could prevent him from seeking elected office in 2027, marking a potential end to his consecutive electoral wins since 1997.
- The Ford Kenya party, led by Mr. Wetangúla, appears to be losing its grip on Bungoma county politics, particularly in the gubernatorial race.
- Key contenders for the Bungoma governor seat include Didmus Barasa (UDA), Tim Wanyonyi (independent), and Wycliffe Wangamati (DAP-Kenya), leaving Ford Kenya without a strong candidate.
- At the national level, the entry of ODM into the government has reduced Mr. Wetangúla's influence and bargaining power.
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Wetangúla's dilemma as Bungoma and national politics edge him out of equation - April 2026
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangúla is facing significant political challenges that could prevent him from seeking elected office in 2027, marking a potential end to his consecutive electoral wins since 1997. Transport operations along the Mumias-Bungoma highway were severely disrupted after irate residents of Bumula blockaded the road in protest over the removal of their Member of Parliament, Jack Wamboka, from the Parliamentary Public Investments Committee. Meanwhile, President William Ruto and Oburu Odinga announced the formation of a broad-based management committee to enhance cooperation between the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) parties. Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has officially joined UDA and declared his intention to run for president in 2032.
