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President Ruto Accuses Former President Uhuru of Sabotaging Kenya Kwanza Government
President William Ruto has intensified his accusations against his predecessor, retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, alleging sabotage of his administration. During his final day of a tour in Homa Bay County, Ruto accused Uhuru of betraying and sabotaging his administration over the last 4 years. The President publicly stated that he had supported Kenyatta throughout their political partnership and expected reciprocal support, but instead Uhuru was undermining his administration and actively funding opposition activities. Ruto urged his predecessor to withdraw from active political mobilisation, stating that Uhuru had betrayed their political pact.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna Faces Legal Action and Barred From University Event
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and his Linda Mwananchi group have accused President William Ruto's camp of orchestrating their recent challenges. A Kenyan man has filed a lawsuit against Sifuna seeking court orders compelling him to run for the presidency, with the case involving a contribution of Sh55. Separately, Sifuna was reportedly barred from addressing students at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and voiced concerns about freedom of association in Kenya after being initially denied access to a meeting at JKUAT Karen Campus.
Linda Mwananchi Movement Grapples With Internal Disagreements Over 2027 Ticket
Linda Mwananchi is working to address internal disagreements regarding its leadership and the 2027 presidential ticket, which are threatening to derail its efforts to unite the opposition. Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and allies of the Linda Mwananchi group are pointing fingers at President William Ruto's camp for alleged frustrations. A political event in Kisumu on Sunday, September 13, highlighted tensions within the Broad-Based coalition, particularly concerning party affiliations and political messaging.
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