United Democratic Alliance secretary general Hassan Omar addressing journalists on the recent by-election and national issues at UDA headquarters on February 27, 2026/DOUGLAS OKIDDYThe United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has reaffirmed that Deputy President Kithure Kindiki will remain its running mate in the 2027 general elections, dismissing speculation over possible changes within the ruling coalition. Speaking at a press briefing at the party’s headquarters on Friday, February 27, UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar declared that the party’s position on the deputy president is firm despite emerging political debates. But as UDA, Professor Kindiki is our Deputy President and running mate in 2027,” Omar said. However, leaders from the Mount Kenya region allied to UDA have maintained that the deputy president’s position is not up for negotiation. Former UDA Secretary General Veronica Maina defended the party’s earlier decision to support Kindiki’s nomination, saying his performance had justified their choice.

Source: The Star February 28, 2026 08:34 UTC