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August 11, 2026
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High-profile Mt Kenya leaders skip critical ODM, UDA meeting in Naivasha
UDA-ODM talks face fresh tensions as key Mt Kenya leaders skip the Naivasha retreat, exposing divisions over 2027 power-sharing and the Deputy President position...
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High-profile Mt Kenya leaders, including Governors Irungu Kangata and Kimani Wamatangi, notably skipped a crucial three-day joint UDA-ODM leadership retreat in Naivasha. The meeting, chaired by President Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Odinga, aimed to establish a power-sharing coalition and outline the 2027 political roadmap.
- Key political figures from the Mt Kenya region who supported President William Ruto's 2022 election were absent.
- The retreat was intended to formalize a coalition framework between UDA and ODM, with discussions on the 2027 running mate position being a major challenge.
- Despite the absences, President Ruto expressed confidence that a coalition between UDA and ODM would secure victory in the next general election.
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