Ruto to broad-based team: ‘We must win in 2027 because the alternative is difficult to fathom’
President William Ruto has told members of the broad-based government that they have no option but to win the 2027 general election, warning that the alternative would be difficult to fathom. Speaking during his opening remarks at the three-day parliamentary retreat in Naivasha on Monday, August 10, 2026, Ruto told members of the United Democratic […]
President William Ruto addressed the members of the broad-based government, urging them to secure victory in the 2027 general election. He warned that the alternative would be difficult to fathom, emphasizing that the opposition has no clear agenda, policy, or experience to offer Kenyans an alternative. Ruto stressed the importance of unity among the leaders, acknowledging that the broad-based family, second only to the grand coalition government, represents a significant responsibility.
He urged them to understand the weight of their decisions, as they will have a direct bearing on the future of Kenya. The three-day retreat in Naivasha aimed to lay the groundwork for the upcoming election, with discussions focusing on the government's achievements and shortcomings, as well as the implementation of their 10-point agenda.
ODM, led by William Ruto, is seeking a deputy president position and a 50% share of government positions in exchange for supporting Ruto's re-election bid, which could shape the negotiations ahead of the 2027 presidential contest.
Written by urgent.news from People Daily Kenya's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
