ODM, UDA begin joint manifesto talks as leaders rally behind Ruto's re-election bid
ODM and UDA have begun negotiations on a joint manifesto, signalling a deepening political partnership ahead of the 2027 General Election...
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) have initiated negotiations for a joint manifesto, signalling a significant political partnership ahead of the 2027 General Election.
- A joint committee of five members from each party has been appointed to harmonize policy priorities.
- ODM party leader Oburu Oginga confirmed the talks have commenced.
- National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi urged the Luo community to support President William Ruto's re-election bid.
- Notable absence was Siaya Governor James Orengo, who has expressed reservations about the ODM-UDA cooperation.
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