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John Mbadi

PREMIUM Mbadi: Why ODM’s 2027 fate is up to Oburu

Treasury CS says the party’s next steps will be guided by Oburu Oginga’s counsel.


  1. PREMIUM Why Sonko’s new party is rattling Kalonzo’s Wiper

    Wiper party has adopted a defensive stance, with some allies questioning the timing of the new outfit.

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  2. Gachagua on ‘spilling secrets’ tag: I won't shut up, I'm an open book

    Ex-DP says he will not engage in the deceit of hidden cards and secret deals.

    Rigathi Gachagua
  3. PREMIUM Oketch Salah: From accompanying Raila to trips to hobnobbing with presidents

    His newfound luxury and access to power has sparked intense curiosity.

  4. PREMIUM Luhya elders explore 2027 options post-Raila

    They decide on their next move to ensure the community is not isolated.

  5. Truth to power: Youth group vows to shape 2027 politics after manifesto launch

    Youth asked not to expect politicians who do not share their ideologies to shape their future.

  6. PREMIUM Why death of MP nominated by Mudavadi party has triggered a crisis

    It raises tough questions about who will inherit the party's 'fortunes and liabilities'.

  7. PREMIUM Why MPs have saved 22 Bills from lapsing

    Parliament executed a last-minute manoeuvre to save 22 key Bills.

    Parliament Building
  8. PREMIUM Gachagua: Why Kalonzo is fit to be president

    Gachagua's open endorsement of Kalonzo highlights the Opposition's tricky road to 2027.

    Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua
  9. PREMIUM Ruling UDA set to collect millions in grassroots elections

    The party could collect at least Sh98 million if each of the 20 positions attracts only two candidates.

    UDA national elections board’s chairman Anthony Mwaura
  10. PREMIUM Gospel star Ben Githae's political U-turn in handshake with Gachagua

    With the 2027 political alliances brewing, Githae says he will delay his next political song.

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  11. PREMIUM Ruto orders ministers to lead his 2027 campaigns

    Inside President's plan to use CSs to oil his re-election machinery.

  12. PREMIUM Ruto's 'murima' plan for 2027

    President's loyalists craft a plan targeting at least two million votes for his re-election bid.

    President William Ruto
  13. United Opposition faults Ruto for ‘constitutional shortcuts'

    Gachagua warns against attempts to infiltrate the opposition.

  14. Sonko's back! Ex-governor launches new party

    He declared NEDP "the party to watch" in the 2027 election.

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  15. PREMIUM By-election 'honeymoon' over, parties set stage for 2027

    UDA says it will not allow zoning with other Kenya Kwanza affiliate parties or Orange Democratic Movement.

    Omar Hassan
  16. Opposition leaders warn IEBC, allege 2027 rigging scheme

    Kalonzo and Gachagua unite to tackle 'Rigathi-phobia'

    Opposition leaders
  17. Wamuthende to Gachagua: I won fair and square

    He dismisses claims that the government splashed Sh600m to woo voters.

  18. Gachagua: This is how Ruto is plotting to weaken the opposition ahead of 2027

    Former Deputy President says democracy is under threat in Ruto’s regime.

    Rigathi Gachagua
  19. PREMIUM Gen Zs ponder their role in 2027 elections

    Will the youth fight for power on behalf of the old guards, or for themselves?

    Gen Z
  20. PREMIUM Inside Sh180 million UDA grassroots elections

    Party National Elections Board board says January 10 will be the new date for the final phase of grassroots polls.

    Anthony Mwaura
  21. PREMIUM Inside the vicious fight to succeed Raila in Luo Nyanza

    At the centre of the succession battle are Gladys Wanga, Opiyo Wandayi, John Mbadi and Raymond Omollo.

    Opiyo Wandayi,
  22. PREMIUM Aisha Jumwa: Why I am ditching Ruto’s UDA

    On Friday, Ms Jumwa officially launched her PAA campaign with rallies in Ganze and Magarini constituencies.

    Aisha Jumwa
  23. PREMIUM Truth or trouble? The Gachagua question in opposition unity test

    Loved and loathed in equal measure, former DP's tongue may yet prove to be opposition's greatest weapon or its undoing.

    Rigathi Gachagua
  24. PREMIUM Ruto’s party set for elections in Gachagua’s backyard

    Decision to proceed with elections in the region follows UDA’s victory in Mbeere North by-election.

    William Ruto and Rigathi Gachagua
  25. PREMIUM Inside secret schemes to save Nyaribo from impeachment

    The third ouster attempt of Nyamira Governor collapsed in the Senate.

    Amos Nyaribo 
  26. PREMIUM State House snub exposes ODM bosses rift

    Senior ODM officials boycott meeting convened by Ruto for newly elected MPs.

    William Ruto
  27. PREMIUM Why UDA's Mbeere North win sparks key political ramifications in Mt Kenya

    "We're not doing well in the unity test, especially in light of Mt Kenya East and West."

  28. PREMIUM CS Ruku reveals failed attempts to save Gachagua from ouster

    'We sat him down three times. We tried to coach him on how to survive as DP.

  29. PREMIUM Report flags bribery, State interference in mini polls

    Elog documented clashes between rival political supporters.