President William Ruto has moved to quell fears among UDA party members over their role in upcoming coalition negotiations with the ODM ahead of the 2027 General Election, assuring them that the party’s core interests remain intact. Ruto has initiated talks with ODM party leader Oburu Oginga, with plans in place to sign a pre-coalition agreement ahead of 2027. We have carefully balanced all positions,” Ruto added. While the exact details remain confidential, sources indicate that both parties are seeking a formula that will maximise electoral gains while respecting internal party hierarchies. For UDA, internal cohesion is critical, especially as ODM remains a strong partner with significant grassroots support in several counties.

Source: The Star January 27, 2026 15:21 UTC