Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged political parties within the Kenya Kwanza coalition to unite behind President William Ruto for his 2027 re-election bid, while allowing for "friendly competition" for other elective positions. He made these remarks in Maralal Town, Samburu County, during a defection ceremony.

• Key defectors from the Jubilee Party to the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) included former Samburu Woman Representative Maison Leshoomo and former MP Alois Lentoimaga.
• Deputy President Kindiki emphasized that the UDA is a national party open to all and highlighted ongoing development projects in Samburu County, such as road tarmacking and market construction.
• Samburu Governor Lelelit Lati pledged his support for President Ruto's re-election, citing "unprecedented development" in the region.