Kalonzo Tours US as Opposition Clashes with Ruto's Allies over IEBC & Othaya Visit

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka is embarking on a US tour for his 2027 presidential campaign, during which he is expected to meet with US government officials, including those from President Donald Trump's administration. He also plans to attend the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington. Meanwhile, the United Opposition in Kenya is set to return to Othaya, Nyeri County, for a church service on Sunday, February 1, 2026. This visit occurs exactly one week after a violent church attack in Othaya that targeted former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua. Separately, allies of President William Ruto have defended the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) against demands from the United Opposition to sack CEO Marjan Hussein Marjan and cut ties with Smartmatic. Ruto's allies urged the opposition to focus on the electorate instead of the electoral agency.