Speaking during the National Governing Council meeting on Monday, Ruto recalled the narrow margin of his 2022 victory and said the next election must deliver a significantly larger mandate. Ruto argued that Kenya had reached a point where inclusive governance was necessary, saying leadership should not be treated as a zero-sum game. He added that a negotiated coalition with ODM would provide the political foundation needed to advance the government’s agenda. “That is what a coalition with ODM will now underwrite — our transformation going into the future. The National Governing Council is chaired by Party Leader President William Ruto, assisted by Deputy Party Leader Kithure Kindiki and Governor Isa Timamy.

Source: The Star January 26, 2026 13:41 UTC