‘I was simply playing my role as MP’ – Opiyo Wandayi on why he opposed govt
The Energy and Petroleum CS nominee Peter Wandayi has defended his past opposition to government proposals, explaining that he was fulfilling his duties as an MP and leader of the minority in the National Assembly. Wandayi, previously a leader of the minority was nominated to head the Energy and Petroleum docket in President William Ruto’s […]
ODM releases leaders nominated as CSs, reveals possible lineup after Mbadi, Wandayi resignation
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has officially released four of its leaders who were nominated to be considered for Cabinet Secretary positions in William Ruto’s government. In a statement on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, the party noted that it had received the formal resignations of the leaders from their positions. “The party has officially […]
PNU’s Munya hints at leaving Azimio
Party of National Unity (PNU) leader Peter Munya has hinted at the party’s possible departure from the Azimio la Umoja coalition. Munya, addressing the media on Monday, July 29, 2024, pointed to concerns over ODM’s recent alignment with President William Ruto’s government as the primary reason for their reconsideration. “Next Thursday, there will be a […]
Babu Owino declares self de-facto opposition leader
Embakasi East Member of Parliament (MP) Babu Owino has declared himself the de-facto opposition leader, challenging the status quo and taking a stand against what he perceives as political opportunism. During a media interview on Thursday, July 25, 2024, the controversial figure took a firm stance against Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders who recently accepted […]
‘You can’t be in gov’t and still be in opposition’ – Salasya says after key ODM leaders bag slots in Ruto’s cabinet
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has castigated members of the ODM Party urging them to choose between working in the government and their opposition stance. His sentiments come after President William Ruto nominated some key members of the ODM Party for cabinet positions. In a 15-minute video shared on his X account on Thursday, July […]
‘It will be great privilege to serve my country’ – ODM’s Wandayi thanks Ruto for CS nomination
Ugunja MP and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary of Political Affairs Opiyo Wandayi has expressed his gratitude to President William Ruto after being nominated for the position of Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum. In a statement on his X account on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, Wandayi conveyed his appreciation to President Ruto, highlighting the […]
‘Ruto will be saying thank you to ODM if he nominates party members to cabinet’ – Alai
Kileleshwa Member of County Assembly (MCA) Robert Alai has stirred the political pot with his recent statement suggesting that President William Ruto could extend a hand of gratitude to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) by nominating members of the opposition party to key Cabinet positions. In a statement shared on his X account on Wednesday, […]