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September 15, 2026
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Political party dilemma threatens to fracture Linda Mwananchi unity

Political party dilemma threatens to fracture Linda Mwananchi unity

Babu's position exposes a delicate balancing act within the opposition movement, which is attempting to project unity around Sifuna...

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A dispute over political party affiliation threatens to divide the newly formed Linda Mwananchi alliance, as Embakasi East MP Babu Owino insists on retaining his own party for the 2027 gubernatorial bid.

  • Babu Owino is committed to using his pre-existing political party, acquired before Linda Mwananchi's formation, for his 2027 Nairobi governorship campaign.
  • Key figures involved include Babu Owino and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, the presumed presidential candidate for Linda Mwananchi.
  • The emergence of Ukombozi People's Party as another potential vehicle for the movement has complicated negotiations, with Owino expressing surprise given prior discussions about using his party.

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