Hassan Omar

Also known as: Hassan Hussein · Hassan Hussein Omar · UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar · UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar · Sen. Hassan Omar

Hassan Omar — UDA Secretary General, recently criticized over inflammatory rhetoric and Ol Kalou by-election loss.

2026-04-292026-08-23

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August 2026
4 AugThe Standard
… I want to see Aden Duale, Hassan Omar and Aron Cheruyot arrested," he said.‎‎He argued that other political leaders who have previously made controversial statements should also face scrutiny if the government intends to demonstrate fairness in enforcing the law. …
Gatundu South MP condemns selective arrests, warns of political fallout
3 AugCapital News
… When Hassan Omar castigates an entire community, nobody speaks. But when somebody speaks in the manner which he thinks he or she will express himself in a manner that his people will understand, then you are whisked away by the DCI. …
Mukurwe-ini MP Kaguchia Held at Kamukunji Police Station After Arrest
July 2026
26 JulCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 26 — Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called for the resignation of Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary-General Hassan Omar, accusing the two of using inflammatory rhetoric that he said has no place in publi …
Kalonzo demands Duale, Hassan Omar quit over ‘inciting’ remarks
26 JulCitizen Digital
… ow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has condemned recent tribal remarks by Public Service and Human Resource Development Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, declaring that Duale and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar …
You are unfit for office!' Kalonzo tells Duale over tribal remarks
26 JulThe Standard
… The controversy has also drawn condemnation from Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, who on Saturday called for the resignation of both Duale and United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary-General Hassan Omar over separate remarks he described as inflammatory. …
Karua, Kalonzo, demands Duale's dismissal over incitement allegations
26 JulThe Standard
… He further referenced remarks allegedly made in Mombasa by UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar, claiming they reflected growing hostility toward the Mt. …
Gachagua claims Ruto allies undermining Kindiki
20 JulCitizen Digital
… Mwea East AP Commander Hassan said relatives of the officer from Kiambu County and those of the woman from Kirinyaga County had been notified. …
Police officer kills partner, turns gun on self in Kirinyaga
20 JulThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeFollowing Uda's huge loss in Ol Kalou, the party's SG hassan omar decided to vent his spleen on The Standard during a press conference. …
Attacking journalists will not win UDA votes
17 JulCitizen Digital
… Speaking in Nairobi, the party's Secretary-General Hassan Omar said the constituency had traditionally been a Jubilee Party stronghold, adding that despite the loss, UDA remains strong in the Mt. …
UDA concedes defeat in Ol Kalou by-election, says party remains strong in Mt Kenya
17 JulCitizen Digital
… Speaking in Nairobi, the party's Secretary-General Hassan Omar said the constituency had traditionally been a Jubilee Party stronghold, adding that despite the loss, UDA remains strong in the Mt. …
UDA concedes defeat in Ol Kalou by-election, says party remains strong in Mt Kenya

Politics

Gatundu South MP breaks ranks over selective arrests claim

The News

Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe, a Kenya Kwanza supporter, has criticised what he terms selective arrests and the use of security agencies to harass political opponents, warning such actions could damage the government's standing. He argued that the law should be applied uniformly to all individuals accused of inflammatory remarks regardless of political affiliation, and condemned the arrest of Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia as an overreach by the DCI.

4 August 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 4 August

Gatundu South MP breaks ranks over selective arrests claim
Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe, a Kenya Kwanza supporter, has criticised what he terms selective arrests and the use of security agencies to harass political opponents, warning such actions could damage the government's standing. He argued that the law should be applied uniformly to all individuals accused of inflammatory remarks regardless of political affiliation, and condemned the arrest of Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia as an overreach by the DCI.
4 August 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 3 August

Mukurwe-ini MP Kaguchia held at Kamukunji Police Station
Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia was arrested and is being held at Kamukunji Police Station. His arrest follows the circulation of a video in which he made controversial remarks targeting supporters of President William Ruto.
3 August 2026 · Capital News →

Sunday 26 July

Kalonzo calls for Duale, Hassan Omar resignation over inflammatory rhetoric
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has demanded that Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar resign, accusing them of using inflammatory rhetoric unsuitable for public leadership. Speaking at a funeral in Kitui, Kalonzo extended his criticism to President William Ruto's administration, warning against arbitrary arrests and alleged abductions of opposition supporters.
26 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kalonzo calls Duale unfit over tribal remarks, demands resignation
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka condemned tribal remarks by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale at a burial in Kitui County, declaring that Duale and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar are unfit for public office and should resign.
26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Karua, Kalonzo demand Duale's dismissal over incitement
People's Liberation Party leader Martha Karua has called on President William Ruto to immediately dismiss Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale over remarks she described as ethnically divisive, warning that failure to act would be interpreted as approval of tribal politics. Karua also criticized the National Cohesion and Integration Commission for moving too slowly in addressing complaints related to hate speech and ethnic incitement.
26 July 2026 · The Standard →
Gachagua accuses Ruto allies of undermining Deputy President Kindiki
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto's administration of orchestrating a campaign to undermine Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, claiming recent remarks by ODM Secretary-General Junet Mohammed about potential UDA-ODM cooperation were part of a political strategy aimed at frustrating Kindiki into leaving office. Gachagua warned that political divisions within the Mt. Kenya region could weaken its influence ahead of the 2027 General Election.
26 July 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 20 July

Police officer kills partner, then himself in Kirinyaga
An administration police officer based in Mwea East Sub-County shot and killed his partner at their station house before turning the gun on himself. The officer fired five shots, hitting his partner four times in the chest before shooting himself once in the neck.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UDA party leadership attacks press over Ol Kalou by-election coverage
Following UDA's loss in the Ol Kalou by-election, the party's Secretary General Hassan Omar attacked The Standard during a press conference, suggesting a KTN reporter had been instructed by shareholders to ask questions, and criticizing the headline "Whitewashed" describing the DCP's victory. The opinion piece argues that while UDA's defeat was significant, attacking journalists will not help the party regain electoral support.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 17 July

UDA concedes Ol Kalou by-election defeat, remains committed to Mt Kenya
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has conceded defeat in the Ol Kalou by-election, with party Secretary-General Hassan Omar saying it respects the voters' will. Despite the loss in the traditionally Jubilee Party stronghold, Omar stated that UDA remains strong in the Mt. Kenya region and is committed to contesting future elections there ahead of the 2027 General Election.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UDA concedes defeat in Ol Kalou by-election, remains strong in Mt Kenya
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has conceded defeat in the Ol Kalou by-election while saying it respects voters' will. Party Secretary-General Hassan Omar noted the constituency had traditionally been a Jubilee Party stronghold and said UDA remains strong in the Mt. Kenya region ahead of the 2027 General Election.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UDA acknowledges campaign gifts in Ol Kalou by-election loss
After losing the Ol Kalou by-election, the ruling UDA party acknowledged that gas cylinders and other items distributed to residents before the poll were part of election activities, with UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar telling residents to keep the gifts. The party said it remains committed to completing development projects promised to the area.
17 July 2026 · Capital News →
UDA admits campaign goods in Ol Kalou by-election, urges residents keep gifts
The ruling UDA party has openly acknowledged that gas cylinders, mattresses, and other items distributed to residents in Ol Kalou before the by-election were part of election activities. UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar said the distributed goods would remain with residents and the party remains committed to delivering promised development projects, after the party's loss to DCP candidate Sammy Kamau.
17 July 2026 · Capital News →
UDA downplays Ol Kalou by-election loss, maintains Mt Kenya strength
The United Democratic Alliance said Thursday's defeat in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election does not weaken the party's position in Mt Kenya or its support for President Ruto's administration. UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar noted that the constituency had been a Jubilee Party stronghold and that UDA mounted an ambitious campaign to capture the seat.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UDA downplays Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election loss
The UDA has minimized Thursday's defeat in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, insisting the outcome does not weaken the party's position in Mt Kenya or support for President Ruto. UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar noted that Ol Kalou had traditionally been a Jubilee Party stronghold, and said UDA mounted an ambitious campaign to capture the seat.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 8 July

NCCK urges NCIC to strengthen peace measures for 2027 election
The National Council of Churches of Kenya has called on the National Cohesion and Integration Commission to urgently strengthen peace-building measures ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that incumbent re-election contests have historically been marked by heightened political tensions and violence. The NCCK urged the NCIC to establish hate speech monitoring mechanisms and work with community committees to identify and prosecute financiers of political violence.
8 July 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 4 July

Gachagua defends media after Ruto criticism
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has defended the media against recent pressure from President William Ruto and Uganda's Muhoozi Kainerugaba, a shift from his earlier attacks on journalists as "gossip mongers."
4 July 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 3 June

Opposition MPs defend Uhuru, say Ruto should focus on cost of living
Opposition legislators from UDA, Wiper and Jubilee parties have defended retired President Uhuru Kenyatta against attacks from the UDA party, accusing President William Ruto of running out of options to improve Kenyans' lives and revive the economy instead of engaging in political exchanges with his predecessor.
3 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 29 May

Jubilee Youth League defends UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar
The Jubilee Youth League has defended UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar and challenged Mount Kenya MPs to confront President William Ruto directly rather than blaming Omar for tensions in the ruling coalition. Jubilee Deputy Secretary General Zack Kinuthia argued that Omar acts under delegated authority and is not responsible for party leadership decisions.
29 May 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 25 May

Gachagua criticises handling of presidential security arrangements
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticised the government's handling of President William Ruto's security, saying the Head of State's safety is critical to national stability. Gachagua took aim at Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen, describing him as naive and claiming the ministry requires more mature leadership.
25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Naivasha MP accuses Ruto, Omar of fanning ethnic hatred
Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara accused President William Ruto and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar of fanning ethnic animosity ahead of the 2027 election, warning it could reignite ethnic violence. Kihara argued that Kikuyu community rejection of Ruto stems from broken election promises, not tribalism, and criticized the government and National Cohesion and Integration Commission for failing to address hate speech.
25 May 2026 · The Standard →
UDA fields Muchina Nyaga for Ol Kalou by-election July 2026
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) is backing Muchina Nyaga, the late MP David Kiaraho's personal assistant, for the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election scheduled for July 16, 2026. Nyandarua Woman MP Faith Gitau said the party has mobilised resources and the electorate to secure the seat.
25 May 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 24 May

UDA Secretary General apologizes for ethnic remarks on Mt Kenya region
Hassan Omar issued a public apology after backlash from Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru over remarks she described as "ethnic baiting" targeting Mt Kenya. Omar said his earlier comments had been "misinterpreted and taken out of context" and were made within the context of advocacy on historical land injustices affecting the Coastal region.
24 May 2026 · Capital News →
Waiguru demands apology from Hassan Omar over ethnic remarks
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has criticized UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar for engaging in "ethnic baiting" targeting the Mt Kenya region, calling his statements "shortsighted and undemocratic" and demanding a public apology. Waiguru said such inflammatory rhetoric risks reviving ethnic divisions and warned that the country has moved past such divisions.
24 May 2026 · Capital News →
UDA Secretary-General Omar apologises for misinterpreted Coast land remarks
UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar has issued an apology and clarification over remarks he said were misinterpreted and taken out of context, insisting his comments were about historical land injustices affecting the Coast region and not intended to promote division or demean any community.
24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jubilee leaders accuse government of divisive politics, scapegoating Uhuru
Leaders allied to the Jubilee Party in Juja have accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of using former President Uhuru Kenyatta as a scapegoat to deflect from what they say are failed leadership and stalled development projects. They defended Uhuru's legacy in education, healthcare and infrastructure, and criticized the current administration for rising taxation, corruption and economic hardship.
24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Naivasha MP accuses Ruto, UDA leader of stoking ethnic tensions
Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara accused President William Ruto and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar of fuelling ethnic hostility ahead of the 2027 General Election, claiming they are pushing an anti-Kikuyu narrative that threatens national cohesion. Kihara defended Mt Kenya region voters' right to hold the president accountable for unfulfilled 2022 campaign pledges.
24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mombasa Jubilee leaders defend Uhuru against UDA attacks
Mombasa Jubilee Party leaders have defended former President Uhuru Kenyatta against what they term persistent attacks by UDA-affiliated leaders, accusing the government of using the former president as a scapegoat for its failures. Party officials cited infrastructure projects implemented during the Jubilee administration, including road expansions, the Dongo Kundu bypass, Makupa bridge, and port dredging works.
24 May 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 20 May

Malala accuses Ruto of ethnic profiling against Kikuyus
Democracy for Citizens Party deputy leader Cleophas Malala has accused President William Ruto of orchestrating ethnic profiling against the Kikuyu community ahead of the 2027 General Election, drawing parallels to the divisive "41 vs 1" narrative associated with the 2007 post-election violence period.
20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gachagua accuses government of radicalising Kenyans through economic policy
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of fuelling public anger by mishandling the economy, transport sector policies, and alleged human rights abuses. He specifically criticised Bus Rapid Transit proposals, saying they threatened livelihoods in the matatu industry.
20 May 2026 · Capital News →
Jubilee leaders blame Kenya Kwanza for fuel crisis, economic mismanagement
Jubilee Party leaders, including former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i, accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of incompetence and mismanagement behind Kenya's economic crisis and spiralling fuel prices. Matiang'i warned against politicising public suffering and national security concerns, noting that Kenyans are struggling with rising taxes, unaffordable school fees, and other hardships.
20 May 2026 · The Standard →