Maraga, Sifuna camps and United Opposition vow to field one candidate to oust Ruto
United Opposition reassures Kenyans that it will field one presidential candidate...
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Opposition factions, including the United Opposition and the Linda Mwananchi faction of the ODM party, have publicly vowed to unite and field a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.
- The United Opposition co-principals Kalonzo Musyoka, Fred Matiang'i, and Martha Karua pledged to overcome internal disagreements to present a unified front.
- The Linda Mwananchi faction, with leaders like Edwin Sifuna, James Orengo, and Babu Owino, expressed readiness to collaborate, aiming to oust President Ruto.
- David Maraga, the United Green Movement (UGM) 2027 presidential flag bearer, also indicated his willingness to join the opposition's efforts, citing widespread public suffering.
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