Leaders from the Nyanza region are actively defending their cooperation with President William Ruto's administration, advocating for engagement within the government over returning to opposition politics.

• Leaders emphasized that direct participation in government, rather than confrontation, will yield greater benefits for the region.
• Key figures included Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, Ugenya MP David Ochieng, and other regional parliamentarians.
• The leaders dismissed criticism of the alliance between President Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga, highlighting historical support and current development integration.