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August 2, 2026
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Kindiki to his home turf: My DP position is safe

Kindiki to his home turf: My DP position is safe

Deputy President terms claims of being sidelined as 'common talk' in politics...

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki reassured supporters in his home turf of Tharaka-Nithi County on August 2, 2026, that his position as Deputy President is secure amidst rumors of his powers being diminished.

  • Kindiki dismissed claims of being sidelined as political propaganda from opponents.
  • He urged unity in the Mt Kenya region and defended President Ruto's Vision 2060 development plan.
  • The Deputy President also criticized his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua, and dismissed Kalonzo Musyoka's presidential bid.

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ODM Prefers Oparanya as Ruto's 2027 Running Mate - August 2026

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has reportedly settled on Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya as its preferred candidate to be President William Ruto's running mate in the 2027 election. Oparanya has publicly refuted ongoing speculation that he is being considered for the Deputy President position. Meanwhile, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki reassured supporters in his home turf of Tharaka-Nithi County on August 2, 2026, that his position as Deputy President is secure amidst rumors of his powers being diminished.

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