Partners in the One Kenya Alliance risk losing plum parliamentary positions if they proceed to formalise their marriage before withdrawing from existing coalitions. And the fear of being stripped of the posts has slammed brakes on the alliance comprised of Gideon Moi (Kanu), Kalonzo Musyoka (Wiper) Musalia Mudavadi (ANC) and Mose Wetang'ula (Ford Kenya). The four unveiled the One Kenya Alliance last week but could be forced to buy time in the hope of keeping the positions before signing any binding agreement ahead of next year's election. Allies of Kalonzo, Wetangula and Musalia hold some Minority leadership positions as well as committee slots courtesy of their moribund Nasa pact with Raila Odinga's ODM. Their parties also hold lucrative positions in county assemblies across the country, including deputy speakers, Majority leaders and their deputies—benefits they risk losing if they sign a new coalition.

Source: The Star March 31, 2021 02:07 UTC