NAIROBI, Kenya — The political landscape is shifting once again as leaders from both the Kenya Kwanza administration and the opposition Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) hint at an imminent power-sharing deal between President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga.
Speculation about an expanded government arrangement gained momentum after key figures from both camps made suggestive statements ahead of a scheduled announcement.
Kisumu Senator Tom Ojienda signaled the move in a social media post, declaring, “Today is a big day, the beginning of the journey to President Ruto’s reelection in 2027!”
The hourglass is empty, time to implement the NADCO Report! @edwinsifuna @NelsonHavi @ahmednasirlaw @koske_felix @MusaliaMudavadi @gpdkaluma
His remarks fueled discussions that the anticipated agreement could see ODM formally aligning with the ruling coalition.
Similarly, Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei all but confirmed the deal, stating that Kenya Kwanza and ODM would sign a partnership agreement at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) to strengthen political cooperation.
“This shall foster national unity, peace, equity, development, and prosperity of our nation,” he said.
At 11am Today at kenyatta international conference centre (KICC) the kenya kwanza administration will sign a working partnership with Orange Democratic movement(ODM ) Party to deepen and widen broadbased arrangement. This shall foster national unity , peace, equity…
The prospect of Raila Odinga’s party working with the government has, however, drawn mixed reactions. Saboti MP Caleb Amisi took a different stance, arguing that Raila should not be blamed for engaging in negotiations.
In a statement, he called on the youth to take charge of the country’s political future instead of relying on Odinga.
“Leave Baba to rest and let the youths go to the streets and continue the fight for a better Kenya,” Amisi wrote. “He did his part. If you think he did not do enough, forgiveness is an option, but a bad government is not.”
I don’t blame #RailaOdinga at all. I blame those who have consistently refused to vote for him five times he has presented himself on the ballot. He is a human being, not an angel. Let’s leave Baba to rest and let youths go to the street and continue the fight for a better Kenya…
Meanwhile, Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi fueled anticipation with a cryptic post: “Here comes the day.”
Kikuyu MP and Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah also championed the unity message, calling it the foundation for national progress and economic prosperity.
Kenya united: our foundation for progress, our path to prosperity, and our shared future in development—Unity of the nation for a stronger tomorrow 🇰🇪 At the Kenya Kwanza Parliamentary Group meeting at @StateHouseKenya, chaired by H.E President @WilliamsRuto.
If formalized, the deal would mark another chapter in Kenya’s history of coalition-building, reminiscent of past political partnerships that have redefined governance.
However, with strong reactions from both supporters and skeptics, the agreement is likely to spark fresh debate over its implications for the 2027 elections and the future of opposition politics in Kenya.
