Cooperatives and MSMEs Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has stated that discussions about him potentially being a running mate in the 2027 General Election are premature.

• Oparanya expressed surprise at the endorsements from some ODM leaders, emphasizing that the party has not officially discussed the possibility.
• The key individuals involved are Wycliffe Oparanya and leaders from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), including Secretary General Catherine Omanyo and Suna East MP Junet Mohamed.
• Both ODM and the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) have nominated five representatives to begin negotiations on a possible cooperation agreement, with the Deputy President position being a central point for future talks.