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Leaders Flee Ruto's UDA Party as 2027 Election Approaches
Several Kenyan political figures are defecting from President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party, signaling potential challenges to his re-election campaign just a year before the General Election. ODM Nairobi County has announced its backing for President William Ruto's 2027 presidential bid as part of a broad-based government arrangement, with the party aiming to strengthen its grassroots presence and increase its elected seats within the capital. At the same time, a 10-member joint committee has been formed following the Government Naivasha retreat to begin coalition talks and develop a common manifesto for the 2027 elections. However, questions have emerged about how Deputy Prime Minister Kindiki and Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi have been sidelined in this broad-based committee. The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) has criticized the government's response to questions raised by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, contending that officials are focusing excessively on Gachagua rather than addressing substantive issues.
Ruto Accuses Uhuru of Financing Opposition Ahead of 2027
President William Ruto has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of bankrolling the opposition with "puppets" to contest against him in the 2027 General Election, citing Kenyatta's alleged failure in office. The Jubilee Party has responded by criticizing President Ruto for repeatedly attacking former President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing his administration of using Kenyatta as a scapegoat instead of addressing governance issues. Additionally, Siaya Governor James Orengo has accused President William Ruto of effectively "killing" the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). These developments come as President Ruto's plan to legally enshrine the Beyond Vision 2030 development blueprint faces criticism from constitutional experts and political commentators.
