Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja has blamed a powerful clique within President William Ruto's inner circle for the growing woes and recent electoral defeats of the UDA party, including the loss in the Ol Kalou by-election.

• Senator Karanja warns that UDA is losing popularity due to the "arrogance and chest-thumping" of this inner circle.
• The UDA suffered a significant defeat in the Ol Kalou by-election to a party associated with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, despite substantial spending.
• Karanja also criticized the Cabinet Secretary of Interior, Kipchumba Murkomen, and the Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, for their inaction against political violence and bribery during campaigns.