Uhuru's hand in push for one opposition coalition

Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni (centre) addressing the media as they welcome former political aspirants from Kisii county and Meru at the Party headquarters ijn Nairobi on February 5, 2025[ Boniface Okendo, Standard]

Former ruling party Jubilee on Wednesday made a move that could change political formation after its party leader Uhuru Kenyatta met with some leaders who are fronting for a Fred Matiang'i presidential candidature in 2027.  

The Standard has learned that Uhuru is keen on having one opposition presidential candidate who will be revealed in due time after consolidation of all presidential candidates in opposition outfits to unseat Ruto in the next polls.