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Farouk Kibet Threatens to Freeze Uhuru Kenyatta’s Bank Accounts Over Alleged Funding of Linda Mwananchi Rallies

02/18/2026 • Chris_Akali

President William Ruto’s long-time aide, Farouk Kibet, today threatened to freeze former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s bank accounts in Kenya. Speaking in Malava, Kakamega County, on Wednesday during his tour, Farouk claimed that the former president has been funding Linda Mwananchi rallies across the country with the aim of destabilising the country and President Ruto’s administration. […]

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Wanga now Backs Sifuna’s Push, Demands Ruto Acts on 10-Point Agenda

02/18/2026 • Kriss

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) chairperson Gladys Wanga has amplified pressure on the William Ruto administration, backing calls by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the full implementation of the Ruto-Raila 10-point agenda, including immediate compensation for victims of protest-related violence. Speaking during a Meet the People tour in Rongo, Migori County, on Wednesday, February 18, Wanga […]

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Oburu-Led ODM Under Pressure as Sifuna, Babu Revolt Sparks Calls for Truce

02/17/2026 • Chris_Akali

The Oburu Odinga-led ODM camp is increasingly feeling pressure from internal dissent, as calls for unity grow louder amid a sustained pushback by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi on Tuesday, February 17, signaled that the party leadership is keen to open dialogue with the two […]

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Linda Mwananchi: Edwin Sifuna, Babu Owino Heads to Kakamega

02/17/2026 • Kriss

Leaders affiliated with Linda Mwananchi, including Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and MP Babu Owino, are scheduled to tour Kakamega on February 21 in what organizers describe as a major grassroots engagement forum. The visit is expected to bring together local leaders, youth groups, business representatives, and residents for discussions centered on governance, economic empowerment, and […]

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Oparanya Laments Declining Unity in ODM, Urges Respect From Party Leadership

02/15/2026 • Kriss

OparaFormer Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya has expressed deep concern over the current state of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), saying internal wrangles and monetary influence are eroding the party’s core values. Speaking during a high-level meeting in Kakamega Town that brought together ODM elected leaders to deliberate on the party’s future direction, Oparanya said he […]

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Senator Osotsi Dares Oburu to Remove him

02/15/2026 • Chris_Akali

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Deputy Party Leader Godfrey Osotsi has challenged the Oburu Odinga-led faction, daring them to suspend him as they did with Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna. Speaking at the Linda Mwananchi rally in Kitengela on Sunday, the outspoken Vihiga County senator affirmed his commitment to uphold the law and defend Sifuna from any attempts […]

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Oparanya, Atwoli Rally Luhya MPs Behind Sifuna

02/15/2026 • Chris_Akali

A new faction has emerged within ODM, led by ex-Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya, signaling its full support for Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. The group reportedly includes around fifteen (15) MPs, among them Woman Representative Elsy Muhanda, Lugari MP Nabii Nabwera, Lurambi’s Bishop Titus Khamala, Matungu’s Nabulindo, Aseka Miradi(Khwisero), Tindi Mwale(Butere), Mugabe, Benerd Shinali(Ikolomani) John Naicca(Mumias […]

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Chaos Erupts at Linda Mwananchi Rally in Kitengela

02/15/2026 • Chris_Akali

Chaos and violence marred the much-anticipated Linda Mwananchi rally in Kitengela on Sunday afternoon, forcing organizers to cut the event short. The rally, led by ODM leader Edwin Sifuna, had drawn a large crowd despite a tense atmosphere earlier in the day. Reports indicate that the morning session was disrupted when unknown individuals destroyed the […]

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United Opposition Retreat Set to Decide Flagbearer and Coalition Path

02/15/2026 • Chris_Akali

The United Opposition is set to convene a high-stakes retreat tomorrow in what insiders describe as a defining moment for the alliance’s political future. The meeting, expected to bring together top principals and senior strategists, will focus on three critical issues: identifying a presidential flagbearer, determining the appropriate timing for unveiling the candidate, and settling […]

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Kalonzo, Oburu Hold Private Talks in Machakos Amid Azimio Leadership Row

02/13/2026 • Kriss

Kalonzo Musyoka on Friday held closed-door talks with Oburu Oginga in Machakos as tensions continue to simmer within the Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya Coalition Party. The meeting, described as strategic and consultative, comes at a time when the coalition is grappling with an internal leadership dispute that has exposed divisions among key principals. Although details […]

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