{
  "id": 17410135,
  "title": "Nassir: The 2027 Deputy President will come from ODM",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/nassir-the-2027-deputy-president-will-come-from-odm",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T13:41:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "People Daily Kenya",
    "slug": "people-daily-kenya",
    "url": "https://peopledaily.digital/inside-politics/nassir-the-2027-deputy-president-will-come-from-odm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mombasa Governor and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Deputy Party Leader Abdulswamad Nassir has announced that ODM intends to select President William Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 General Election. Responding to the party's assertion, Nassir emphasized that ODM has experienced leaders capable of holding the position. He questioned why the party would support Ruto’s re-election without gaining a significant role in the subsequent administration. Nassir made these remarks during the ODM's major rally at Jacaranda Grounds on October 31, 2026. Despite not initiating formal coalition negotiations, Nassir clarified that ODM's position remains firm on securing the Deputy President's office. The governor also noted that he himself had not contemplated the position, but it was not off the table for discussion. ODM's stance has provoked opposition from UDA leaders, who insist on retaining Deputy President Kithure Kindiki if Ruto seeks another term. Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has staunchly defended Kindiki, stating that the position is not available for ODM to claim. Similarly, UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar has reiterated the party's support for the Ruto-Kindiki ticket. The controversy surrounding the Deputy President's office has become a focal point in discussions about the future of the political alliance. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua chimed in on the debate, suggesting that Ruto has been promising the position to various politicians as he seeks support for the next election.",
  "summary": "Mombasa Governor and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Deputy Party Leader Abdulswamad Nassir has declared that the party will produce President William Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 General Election, signalling its determination to secure the country’s second-highest office in negotiations over a possible pre-election coalition. Nassir argued that ODM deserves the Deputy President’s position if…",
  "key_points": [
    "ODM plans to choose 2027 Deputy President from party, not Ruto's choice.",
    "Nassir, ODM Deputy Party Leader, confirms selection will come from ODM.",
    "UDA opposes ODM's stance, backs Kindiki for Ruto's re-election ticket."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Capital FM Kenya",
        "title": "Ruto faces ODM demand for Deputy President position ahead of 2027",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/ruto-faces-odm-demand-for-deputy-president-position-ahead-of-2027",
        "published": "2026-10-31T15:00:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}