Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata Announces UDA Exit Moments After President's Visit

Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: May 3, 2026Country: Kenya

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Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata Announces UDA Exit Moments After President's Visit

Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata announced that he will not defend his gubernatorial seat under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party ticket in 2027. This decision followed pressure from within and outside the party after a candid discussion with President William Ruto. Kang'ata also confirmed that he will seek reelection as governor, downplaying any presidential or deputy presidential ambitions.

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