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Hassan Joho
Also known as: Ali Hassan Joho · Blue Economy CS Hassan Joho · Mining Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho
Former Mombasa Governor and Cabinet Secretary, proposed by ODM as potential deputy presidential candidate for 2027.
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- May 2026
… Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga emerged a distant second with 12 per cent support, followed by Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga and Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho at 3 per cent. …
Kindiki leads preferred Ruto running mate race with 59pc ahead of Wanga’s 12pc: TIFA poll… She was followed by Oburu Oginga and Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho, who each garnered 3 per cent. …
DP Kindiki most preferred Ruto running mate for 2027… Muturi referenced a gazette notice reportedly published in March by Mining Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho regarding coltan exploration in Embu. …
Muturi warns of secretive deals behind Embu coltan mining operations(L) Blue Economy CS Hassan Joho, ODM Deputy Party Leader Simba Arati, and his counterpart Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir during the ODM retreat, Mombasa, May 4, 2026. …
From Sh12b party funds to DP slot: Inside ODM's tough demands for 2027 coalition talks with UDA… On his part, Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho said that all party members should emulate the character and teachings of the party’s founder, the late Raila Odinga to sustain the party for posterity. …
ODM leaders vow to protect party as three-day retreat kicks off- April 2026
… sider the evidence and information we have provided objectively,” he added.The hearing came as Members of the County Assembly underwent an induction on laws governing natural resource extraction and petition handling during a forum attended by Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho …
Kakamega MCAs to decide fate of Sh680 billion Ikolomani gold project in two weeksNAIROBI, Kenya Apr 27 – Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has sparked political debate after suggesting that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) should push for the Deputy President position for former Mombasa Governor Ali Hassan Joho in any potential political arrangement with Pre …
Wanga Floats Joho for Deputy President Slot in Possible ODM–UDA 2027 Talks… The induction forum, held in the County Assembly chambers, was attended by Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho, who rallied the MCAs to be at the forefront in championing gold mining in Ikolomani.“As leaders, we should start thinking about how …
Joho seeks Kakamega MCAs help in controversial Sh683 billion gold projectWanga floats Joho as ODM’s deputy president pick as ODM weighs 2027 deal talks By Citizen Reporter April 26, 2026 06:22 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Speaking during an ODM youth convention in Malindi on …
Wanga floats Joho as ODM’s deputy president pick as ODM weighs 2027 deal talks
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Kindiki leads deputy presidential preference poll for 2027
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A TIFA Research survey of 2,013 Kenyan adults across all 47 counties found that 59 per cent of respondents who support Ruto's re-election bid prefer Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as his running mate in 2027, ahead of Gladys Wanga at 12 per cent.
20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Wednesday 13 May
Kindiki leads deputy presidential preference poll for 2027
A TIFA Research survey of 2,013 Kenyan adults across all 47 counties found that 59 per cent of respondents who support Ruto's re-election bid prefer Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as his running mate in 2027, ahead of Gladys Wanga at 12 per cent.
20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Kindiki leads 2027 running mate preference poll with 59 percent
A TIFA Research poll released in May 2026 shows Deputy President Kithure Kindiki with 59 per cent support as President Ruto's preferred running mate in the 2027 General Election, far ahead of Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga at 12 per cent.
21 hours ago · Capital News →
DP Kindiki emerges as most preferred Ruto running mate for 2027
A Tifa Research survey shows Deputy President Kithure Kindiki with 59 per cent support as the preferred running mate for President Ruto in the 2027 General Election, despite recent pressure from politicians, including ODM-linked leaders, urging consideration of a new deputy.
14 May 2026 · The Standard →
Thursday 7 May
Muturi warns of secretive coltan mining deals in Embu County
Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi has raised alarm over a planned coltan mining project in Embu County, accusing the government of pursuing opaque dealings that could dispossess local communities without proper public participation. He called for full, open, and meaningful consultation with affected residents before any coltan exploitation proceeds.
8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Monday 4 May
ODM demands Sh12b party funds, DP slot in 2027 coalition talks
ODM's ongoing retreat in Mombasa is focused on concerns about waning political influence and demands for the Sh12 billion in political parties' funding owed by the government, as the party negotiates coalition terms with UDA ahead of 2027.
5 May 2026 · The Standard →
Saturday 2 May
ODM holds three-day retreat ahead of 2027 election
The Orange Democratic Movement held a three-day retreat in Mombasa, with party leadership urging supporters to remain committed and unified. Party Chairperson Gladys Wanga said the retreat aims to solidify support bases and uphold unity within the faction.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tuesday 28 April
Kakamega assembly to rule on Sh680bn Ikolomani gold project
The Kakamega County Assembly will decide within two weeks whether the proposed Sh680 billion gold mining project in Ikolomani Sub-county should proceed, following hearings on petitions from civil society groups opposed to the project. Petitioners have raised concerns over inadequate public participation, environmental and health risks, possible resident displacement, and loss of cultural heritage and livelihoods.
29 April 2026 · The Standard →
Sunday 26 April
Wanga proposes Joho for Deputy President in ODM-UDA talks
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has suggested that the Orange Democratic Movement should push for the Deputy President position for former Mombasa Governor Ali Hassan Joho in any potential political arrangement with President William Ruto's camp ahead of the 2027 General Election. Wanga argued that ODM should enter negotiations as equals and secure key government roles including Cabinet positions.
27 April 2026 · Capital News →
Joho urges Kakamega MCAs to back Sh683 billion gold project
Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho appealed to Kakamega County Assembly members to support a controversial Sh683 billion gold mining project in Ikolomani Constituency, stating the county could benefit Sh6.8 billion from the initiative and that artisanal miners would be protected under law.
27 April 2026 · The Standard →
Saturday 25 April
Wanga proposes Joho as ODM's deputy president candidate for 2027
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga suggested that ODM should negotiate a deputy president slot for former Mombasa Governor Hassan Joho in any possible 2027 political arrangement with President William Ruto's camp, insisting that such talks be conducted on the basis of equal partnership with positions shared 50-50.
26 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →