Sakaja Addresses Joining ODM to Defend Nairobi Gubernatorial Seat

His announcement signals that he could ditch UDA for ODM in the coming weeks, adding to a number of exits witnessed from the ruling party...
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Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has hinted at a potential move to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party ahead of the 2027 General Election, following pressure from ODM leaders.
- Governor Sakaja stated he is consulting widely and will make a public announcement by the end of August 2026 regarding his party affiliation for re-election.
- Key figures involved include Governor Johnson Sakaja and Suna East MP Junet Mohammed, who urged Sakaja to join ODM.
- Sakaja acknowledged ODM as the most popular party in Nairobi, citing its strong performance in the 2022 elections, with the Senator and Woman Representative positions held by ODM members.
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