Millie Odhiambo: I will be president in 2032

Suba North MP and Minority Whip of the National Assembly, Millie Odhiambo, has sparked political speculation by stating her intention to run for president in 2032. The ODM legislator made the remark in a playful yet direct manner during a National Assembly session on August 13, 2026. "I leave them handling to fight over now, that is their problem.

But in 2032, I'm the president," she told the House. As Kenya's political scene becomes more focused on succession calculations, with President William Ruto aiming for re-election in 2027, Odhiambo's early declaration positions her as one of the first politicians to address the post-Ruto leadership transition. While the exact nature of her statement remains unclear, it signals the emergence of long-term leadership discussions before the 2027 campaign gains significant traction.

The succession debate has already seen political allies of Ruto solidify support for his second term, while opposition figures are preparing for the next electoral cycle and potential power shifts. Odhiambo's comments highlight the growing conversation about Kenya's leadership trajectory, even as President Ruto prepares to seek a second term.

If he successfully wins a second and final constitutional term, the 2032 election is anticipated to be a wide-open contest, featuring leaders from both the ruling coalition and opposition, making Odhiambo's early entry into the succession race an important development.