Wetang'ula's Ford Kenya Rejects Merger Demands From Ruto's UDA

Ford Kenya, led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula, has rejected demands from President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) to merge, signaling a potential strain on their partnership ahead of the 2027 polls. The party has strongly refuted calls from within the UDA party to dissolve, denouncing such suggestions as a betrayal of their partnership in the ruling coalition. Ford Kenya emphasizes its historical significance and commitment to remaining an independent entity. Tension is rising within the Kenya Kwanza coalition as Ford Kenya, a key affiliate party, publicly rejects proposals for a forced merger with UDA. This follows the ODM party's entry into the ruling coalition and its demands for pre-election pact conditions.