Khalwale, Savula clash over western Kenya's political direction ahead of 2027 polls
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale publicly clashed with Deputy Governor Ayub Savula on Saturday over Western region's political direction ahead of the 2027 General Election...
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A public disagreement between Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale and Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has emerged over the political direction of Western Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election.
- Senator Khalwale urged Deputy Governor Savula to abandon his support for President William Ruto and instead back Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the presidency in 2027.
- Deputy Governor Savula, a supporter of President Ruto's re-election, rejected Khalwale's proposal, advocating for the region to remain with the Kenya Kwanza administration.
- The clash occurred during a funeral in Lugari constituency, highlighting divisions within the region's political leadership.
- Savula stated the region's strategy is to support Ruto's re-election to secure a Luhya presidential candidate in 2032, aiming for 4 million votes from the region.
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Khalwale, Savula Clash Over Western Kenya Political Direction - July 2026
A public disagreement between Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale and Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has emerged over the political direction of Western Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election. Political analysts in Kenya believe that Oburu Oginga's early endorsement of President William Ruto for the 2027 General Election may have significantly weakened ODM's negotiating position. Separately, Raila Odinga Junior has confirmed his intention to run for the Embakasi South parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election.
