A heated political debate has erupted online after remarks by Oburu Odinga, the elder brother to the late former Broad-Based Government partner Raila Odinga, sparked fresh discussions about the 2027 presidential race.
Oburu hinted that President William Ruto could consider picking a strong ODM figure as his running mate in the next election, a move that would completely shake up the country’s political order.
In a clip shared on Facebook, Oburu is seen urging the president to build bridges with ODM loyalists to strengthen national unity and bridge the long-standing political divide between Nyanza and Rift Valley. TO READ MORE, TAP HERE.
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Still, analysts say the idea of a cross-party ticket, especially involving a popular ODM figure, cannot be ignored in Kenya’s unpredictable political terrain.
As the 2027 race slowly takes shape, Oburu’s remarks may have just opened a new chapter in Kenya’s succession politics, one where loyalty, strategy, and regional balance collide.