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July 26, 2026
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Ruto dangles goodies in Western as ODM fronts Oparanya for DP

Ruto dangles goodies in Western as ODM fronts Oparanya for DP

Ruto promises residents that Western Kenya will not be left behind in development...

✨ Key Highlights

President William Ruto courted the Western vote with promises of significant development projects, while allies of his government and opposition figures declared Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya as the preferred candidate for Deputy President in the 2027 General Election.

  • President Ruto announced multi-billion-shilling infrastructure investments in Western Kenya, including road construction and expansion of electricity connectivity, with Sh5 billion allocated for roads in Busia County.
  • Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya was endorsed by key ODM and UDA leaders as the region's choice for Deputy President, a sentiment echoed by local MPs.
  • National Assembly Leader of Minority Junet Mohamed dismissed calls for Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna to lead Western Kenya, stating Oparanya is the most senior political figure and expressing confidence in the decision to work with President Ruto's government.

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