On Saturday, September 27, the daily newspapers focused on opposition politics, focusing on the attendance of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and his speech at a special Jubilee party members.
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Main News in Kenyan Newspapers on Saturday, September 20. Photo/Screen: Saturday Nation, The Saturday Standard, Weekend Star and National Today.
1. Saturday Nation
The post reports that Kenya’s opposition is facing increasing divisions with similar political events exposing the growing rise such as the UDA President William Ruto It showed balance and development.
With Ruto allies celebrating the success of the party in Nairobi, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, former Minister of Home Affairs Fred Matiang’i, and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua held different meetings, marking divisions within the opposition ranks.
In Nairobi, Uhuru chaired the Jubilee national members and Matiang’i, emphasizing his intention to revive the party and accuse unknown forces of trying to deprive him of control.
Along with that, Martha Karua announced her 2027 presidential mission at the People’s Liberation Party, attended by Gachagua, Kalonzo Musyoka, Justin Muturi, Eugene Wamalwa, and Mithika Linturi, emphasizing the opposition’s position while campaigning for private candidates.
Gachagua warned of government plans allegedly dividing the opposition, promoting focus and solidarity.
Other opposition leaders, including Malwa and Muturi, reiterated the promises of unity, promising to maintain solidarity in the “Mission of one semester” against Ruto.
Meanwhile, ODM candlestick Raila Odinga He marked ODM@20 in Kisii County, gathering its supporters and insisted that the party was ready to suspend the 2027 presidential candidate.
His meeting emphasized the difference between the ODM strategy and other opposition parties.
On the contrary, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki highlighted the UDA Union, overseeing the nomination of candidates for the upcoming sub -elections while encouraging success such as universal health care, affordable housing, and creating jobs.
He emphasized the party’s economic agenda from bottom to top and encouraged humility among candidates.
2. The Saturday Standard
According to the newspaper, ODM cadre Raila Odinga was absent during the party’s 20th anniversary at Gusii Stadium, thus raising questions about his influence in Kisii, where his support showed signs of weakening recently.
Many expected Raila to use the event to emphasize his presence after his previous visit was hit.
Despite being heavily motivated, he remained in Nairobi, with Mombasa governor Abdulswamad Nassir presenting his greetings and citing delays in the journey in his absence.
However, the event drew a large crowd, with supporters struggling in the muddy atmosphere to fill the stadium, with additional seats and school buses with attendees from the rest of the area.
Governors Lion Arati, Gladys starchFernandes Barasa, Ochilo Ayacko, and Senator Ledama Ole Kina were among the attendees.
The Kisii event is part of a series of two decades of ODM in politics, with celebrations organized by Wajir and Migori before its peak in Mombasa on October 11-12 for parade, public meetings, and sessions that focus on party achievements and future agendas.
Nassir highlighted the festivities as an honor for ODM’s courage, dedication, and dedication to democracy.
ODM, formed after the 2005 Constitutional referendum, remains a major political force despite the internal divisions and changes to the Kenyan environment.
The activities of the celebrations include public meetings, charities, football competitions, and policy sessions aimed at promoting the “orange vision” of the social democracy party.
The ceremony will be completed by the National Members’ Conference, where ODM will elect new officials and explain its 2027 general election strategy.
3. Weekend Star
According to the newspaper, former President Uhuru Kenyatta and the Jubilee party have made it clear to former Internal Security Minister Fred Matiang’i to run for president for 2027 party tickets following major amendments to the party’s constitution.
The changes, approved at the Special National Members’ Summit (NDC) at Ngong Racecourse in Nairobi, now allow any member of the party, not just a leader, to replace the presidential flag.
Independence, who remains a party leader but has been prevented from running for another term, cited the amendment as important to reviving the Jubilee and ensuring sustainability.
Secretary General Jeremiah Kion noted that the original constitution had limited to the party leader’s ticket, a clause that has now been removed to take on new candidates while maintaining the party’s solidarity.
Matiang’i attended the NDC, sitting on the sidelines of independence, marking his main role within the Jubilee.
The party also went through its internal structures, including the conflict resolution committee with the National Electoral Board, and formed a executive committee to oversee strategic decisions.
Kioni emphasized that these reforms are protecting the party against internal conflicts and previous tensions.
Matiang’i, known for his strong view of security and public service reforms, has now been given the opportunity to run for the presidency.
Uhuru announced a campaign to hire members across the country and the local campaign to “meet people” to strengthen the support before the 2027 elections.
The party aims to suspend candidates for all election positions while passing its position within the resolution coalition.
Uhuru criticized President William Ruto’s administration for undermining the achievements during his leadership, emphasizing the Jubilee’s intention to remain in the Kenyan political sphere.
4. Nation Today
According to the Swahili newspaper, the youth who attended a consultation meeting with former Chief Justice David Maraga In Mombasa they faced a speech after the presidential candidate refused to issue ‘travel allowances’.
Maraga, visiting the coastal region in search of support before the 2027 elections, said he had no money to distribute and rejected the “Takarima” behavior, which he claimed had harmed young people and promoted bad leadership.
Some of the participants, including Obiero Otonda, expected Maraga to pay for travel, noting that many had missed the ‘fare’ to return home.
Their request was disappointed when Maraga responded firmly that he could not give the money, emphasizing that his campaign would focus on policy support rather than financial incentives.
“I will not give money to get support. That is not the kind of politics I intend to follow. I want to be supported by policy, not money,” he said.
Campaign activist Shakira Wafula accompanied by Maraga intervened to calm the youngsters while demanding that they continue to be patient and attentive.
He assured them that the campaign team would make sure they return home safely and encourage participants to listen closely to the vision of the leadership and administration.
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