Agnes Kagure’s Supporters Threaten to Back Sakaja Over Unfair Opposition Nominations

Agnes Kagure’s supporters objected to a possible direct opposition nomination of another candidate for Nairobi governor in 2027, while Kagure is reportedly being pushed to contest the Nyeri governorship. At a gathering on October 18, they called for a transparent and fair selection process and warned that they would back incumbent Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja if Kagure were sidelined. Kagure is expected to run with the Kenya Patriots Party and is among several opposition aspirants, including Babu Owino, Geoffrey Mosiria, James Gakuya and Dennis Waweru. The opposition coalition has said that, apart from the presidential race, other contests will remain open to parties, ruling out zoning.