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Ruto, Raila form five-member committee to oversee implementation of UDA-ODM MoU, NADCO report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 06, 2025

The committee, led by Agnes Zani as chairperson, will oversee the execution of the MoU and coordinate engagements with the public and key stakeholders...

It's not automatic that we will support Ruto in 2027 - Millie Odhiambo
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 02, 2025

Millie Odhiambo reminded observers that all political directions remain open and negotiable, emphasising that future political alliances will depend o...

Raila moves to quell ODM storm, chairs meeting to end internal rift over Ruto alliance
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 29, 2025

The party announced plans to immediately review the state of the nation, current developments in the party and, in particular, their agreement with Ru...

Sifuna has a right to speak, Raila tells ODM members
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 25, 2025

He stressed that he has never curtailed free expression within ODM, even if some opinions appear to question his leadership.

Discord in Raila's party as Sifuna, Junet and Wanga differ on support for Ruto
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 25, 2025

Raila, however, defended Sifuna, explaining that it was the secretary general who signed the memorandum with Ruto’s party and was therefore best place...

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdulahi slams Edwin Sifuna over Raila-Ruto memorandum criticism
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 25, 2025

Governor Ahmed added that Sifuna has a right to his opinion, but should be cognizant of other divergent views in the political outfit over the Raila-R...

Why I will vie for Nairobi Governor race with or without Raila's blessings - Babu Owino
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 24, 2025

The MP’s declaration comes amid confusion over ODM’s stance in Nairobi politics, particularly after February’s prayer meeting at Bomas where party lea...

Edwin Sifuna blames Ruto’s foreign policy blunders for Raila Odinga’s failed African Union chair bid
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 22, 2025

Sifuna asserted that Raila was the most qualified candidate for the continental role but lost because of Ruto’s poor handling of Kenya’s diplomatic st...

Sifuna declares ODM’s MoU with UDA dead, says agreement collapsed after police killings
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 22, 2025

Sifuna explained that the MOU with Ruto was intended to achieve two key objectives: ending violence against ODM supporters and safeguarding Kenya’s de...

Amid party turmoil, Edwin Sifuna says he’s staying put and won’t resign from ODM leadership
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 22, 2025

Sifuna expressed disbelief over why some ODM members support extending the party’s working relationship with the Kenya Kwanza administration beyond 20...

Raila Odinga: I regularly engage Ruto and opposition leaders to heal Kenya’s political wounds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 20, 2025

Odinga said that Kenya’s democracy must mature to a point where political rivals contest as friends and, once elections are over, can shake hands and...

Raila proposes ID-based voting to cut election costs, restore public trust in Kenya's electoral system
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 20, 2025

Odinga accused previous electoral commissions of deliberately complicating straightforward processes to create avenues for misappropriating public fun...

Raila Odinga says 2027 presidential bid still undecided, focused on strengthening ODM
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 20, 2025

Responding to claims that he is straddling the line between government and opposition, Odinga dismissed the suggestions, saying his current political...

Raila says national dialogue is the only way to solve Kenya’s political and economic crisis
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 20, 2025

The ODM leader criticised Parliament for its failure to address the crisis, saying frustrated Kenyans have taken to the streets to voice their dissati...

Raila blames Gen Z protests on Ruto government’s failure to implement NADCO report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 20, 2025

Odinga recalled that in 2023, Azimio la Umoja held protests over the 2022 general election results, the rising cost of living, and widespread corrupti...

Youths reject Raila Odinga’s appeal for dialogue, demand urgent reforms
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 13, 2025

Raila Odinga has defended his call for the formation of a national conclave, which he described as a vital step towards reshaping the country’s politi...

Gachagua rejects Raila’s dialogue proposal, calls for "ballot-based change" in 2027
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 12, 2025

Gachagua claimed that Raila has a pattern of joining governments after electoral losses, only to distance himself when things go wrong.

Political parties lobby back Raila's call for national dialogue to calm protests
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 11, 2025

Political Parties Liason Committee Vice Chairperson Christopher Kilonzo christened their proposal as the birth of a new national moment aimed at endin...

Raila's unending call for dialogue now faces scrutiny
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 10, 2025

Raila's agreements have always been framed as a response to national challenges rather than as a self-preservation measure.

Saba Saba: Raila calls for formation of ‘national conclave’ to address national grievances
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 07, 2025

Raila Odinga decried that the country is suffering from a lack of responsive institutions, underfunded public services, a compromised judiciary and an...

Saba Saba: Raila Odinga skips Kamukunji rally, blames police blockades
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 07, 2025

Raila Odinga, who addressed the media from Serena Hotel in Nairobi on Monday, said the extensive security barricades had made it impossible to access...

Raila to lead Saba Saba Day tributes at Kamukunji, urges reflection on democracy
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 07, 2025

This year’s commemoration marks 35 years since the historic Saba Saba protest on July 7, 1990, which ignited Kenya’s transition from a one-party state...

Raila loyalists accuse former DP Rigathi Gachagua of tribal profiling, demand action from NCIC
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 03, 2025

The MPs, George Aladwa (Makadara), Elisha Odhiambo (Gem), and Dick Maungu (Luanda), accused Gachagua of fueling tribalism and warned that his remarks...

Ruto urges peaceful protests, thanks Raila for unity call as leaders push for stability, development
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 25, 2025

Citing international examples, Odinga said protests are often coordinated with police to maintain order and urged Kenya to adopt the same approach.

Raila defends Kenyans’ right to protest, urges government to uphold constitutional freedoms
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 24, 2025

Odinga reaffirmed that ODM is committed to championing the rights of all citizens, including access to food, shelter, education, healthcare, property,...

Raila calls for unity, blames politics for collapse of Adani deal to expand JKIA
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 20, 2025

Raila acknowledged that political differences are part of a healthy democracy, but warned that without a stable country, even the best ideas would nev...

Raila's failed AU bid drove Sh48.8 billion in extra spending, budget report reveals
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 11, 2025

The Foreign Affairs Ministry asked for Sh523.8 million to support Raila’s campaign for the top continental post, but only Sh216.3 million was approved...

Raila hosts Somaliland President Abdirahman Abdilahi in farewell dinner, rekindling ties
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 03, 2025

President Abdirahman described Odinga as "an esteemed statesman and one of the dearest friends of Somaliland".

Kenya’s police brutality victims trapped in endless cycle of political promises and no justice
Barack Oduor  |  Jun 02, 2025

Opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa, and Rigathi Gachagua have urged President Ruto’s administration to compensate Kenyans affected by...

Journalists injured, equipment stolen amid chaos at Madaraka Day celebrations in Homa Bay
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 01, 2025

Reports indicate that at least four journalists sustained injuries, while many others lost valuables as the hostile environment unfolded during the ev...

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