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Obasanjo Facilitates Talks Between Uhuru Kenyatta and Rigathi Gachagua to Form Alliance Against Ruto
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo is reportedly facilitating talks between former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The aim is to form a formidable opposition front against President William Ruto in the 2027 elections. These talks are part of recent efforts to reconcile the two leaders, who have had a complex political relationship. Following his impeachment in October 2024, Gachagua expressed remorse for making William Ruto popular in Mt Kenya. Gachagua now vows to correct his "mistake" and mobilize the region to vote against Ruto in 2027.
Savula Defects to UDA from DAP-K; PAA Denies Merger Talks with UDA
Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has officially left the DAP-K party to join the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), a significant political realignment in Western Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election. Savula has pledged to deliver 2.6 million votes from the Western region to UDA. Meanwhile, leaders of the Pamoja African Alliance (PAA) party in Kilifi County are divided over claims of the party's potential dissolution. While some suggest President William Ruto favors its dissolution, the PAA Secretary General has denied any impending merger with UDA. The Secretary General, Kenneth Tungule, affirmed that PAA will remain independent and compete in the Coast region.
Machogu, Maraga, and Ali Announce Political Maneuvers for 2027 Elections
Former Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu has announced his second bid for the Kisii County gubernatorial seat in 2027 and endorsed former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i for president. In a separate move, former Chief Justice David Maraga signaled his intention to unite with other opposition leaders to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 elections, emphasizing his commitment to fighting corruption. Concurrently, Nyali MP Mohammed Ali is taking a risky political stance by opposing President Ruto's agenda. This move positions him as an outlier in regional politics as he eyes the Mombasa gubernatorial seat in 2027.
