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How Sakaja's decision to ditch UDA sparked discord in ruling alliance

By Josphat Thiongó | 1h ago

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja answers audit queries before the Senate County Public Accounts at Parliament Buildings in Nairobi on November 9, 2026. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]

The race to control Nairobi ahead of the 2027 General Election continues to heat up as new entrants throw their hat in the ring.

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