President William Ruto has hinted at the possibility of forming a political alliance with the ODM party as he prepares to defend his seat in the 2027 general election.
Ruto indicated that he is open to working with ODM by establishing a pact ahead of the elections.
Since the death of former ODM leader Raila Odinga, questions have arisen over the political direction the party may take in 2027.
Some ODM elected leaders have expressed reservations about supporting President Ruto’s re-election bid.
The current ODM leader, Oburu Oginga, has repeatedly stated that the party’s engagement with President Ruto is limited to the broad-based government framework until 2027.
“ODM should get ready and form a pact with us so that we go to 2027 as a team. UDA and Kenya Kwanza are also ready to join hands and form a government with you and make Kenya a first-world country,” Ruto said.
Speaking at Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay town during the Genowa Governor’s Cup, an annual tournament organised by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga on Sunday, Ruto said preparations were underway to put modalities in place for a potential new political alliance.
He noted that his party, UDA, is working on a roadmap that could see a coalition with ODM, while urging ODM leaders to focus on strengthening their party to form a competitive political force.
Ruto added that he is also consolidating UDA and the Kenya Kwanza Alliance to enhance their prospects in the 2027 elections.