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Hassan Omar

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

UDA Secretary General who has defended government economic policy and faced accusations of stoking ethnic tensions ahead of the 2027 election.

2026-04-292026-07-09
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In coverage

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  1. May 2026

  2. The Standard

    … Even Cherargei’s own party, UDA, distanced itself, with Secretary-General Hassan Omar describing the bill’s sponsors as preoccupied with sensational distractions and legislative mischief. …

    Cherargei: A lawyer by training, but every inch a loyalist in practice
  3. April 2026

  4. Citizen Digital

    … The party, through Secretary General Hassan Omar, said at the time that its National Executive Committee unanimously approved her expulsion following recommendations from its disciplinary committee. …

    Drama as ex-nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba arrested attempting to access Senate again
Politics

NCCK urges NCIC to strengthen peace measures for 2027 election

The News

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.

Why it matters

NCCK urges strengthened peace measures ahead of 2027 election amid historical pattern of election-linked violence.

8 July 2026 · The Standard →

Yesterday

  1. 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

  1. 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

  1. 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

  1. 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

  1. 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 →

  2. 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 →

  3. 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

  1. 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 →

  2. 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 →

  3. 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 →

  4. 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 →

  5. 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 →

  6. 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

  1. 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 →

  2. 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 →

  3. 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 →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. UDA defends govt response to fuel crisis amid opposition criticism

    The ruling UDA party has accused opposition leaders of exploiting the ongoing fuel crisis and public transport disruptions for political gain, with UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar attributing the sharp rise in fuel prices to global geopolitical tensions, particularly Middle East conflicts affecting international oil supply chains, rather than local policy failures.

    19 May 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 16 May

  1. UDA senator's degrading remarks to student warrant party discipline

    An opinion piece argues that United Democratic Alliance-nominated Senator Karen Nyamu should face party disciplinary action for remarks made to a minor during a Senate civic education visit on 25 March, citing violations of Chapter Six and the Children Act. Over 1,700 people have petitioned UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar to invoke party mechanisms and issue a formal public censure.

    16 May 2026 · The Standard →

  2. UDA claims by-election wins affirm Ruto's political strength

    The United Democratic Alliance Secretary General Hassan Omar said three by-election victories on Wednesday demonstrate growing public confidence in President William Ruto ahead of 2027, with UDA candidates winning in Emurua Dikirr parliamentary seat and two wards in Elgeyo Marakwet County.

    16 May 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 14 May

  1. UDA nominates Mushina for Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election

    The United Democratic Alliance has formally handed Samuel Mushina its party ticket for the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election scheduled for July 16, 2026. Party officials called for unity among all nominations aspirants to support Mushina's candidacy.

    14 May 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Opinion: Senator Cherargei prioritizes loyalty over legal training

    The Standard's opinion column criticizes Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei for proposing unconstitutional legislation, including a bill to extend presidential and parliamentary terms from five to seven years, which his own party UDA disowned. The author argues that his actions demonstrate political subservience rather than legal competence.

    12 May 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Ex-nominated Senator Orwoba arrested attempting Senate access

    Former nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba was arrested at Parliament Buildings while attempting to enter the Senate chambers following a court ruling that reinstated her as a UDA member. Orwoba, ousted from her position in 2025, was blocked by security officers as she insisted she was reporting back to work.

    29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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