Also known as: Hassan Hussein · Hassan Hussein Omar · UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar · UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar · Sen. Hassan Omar · United Democratic Alliance Secretary-General Hassan Omar
UDA Secretary General and 2026 Mombasa gubernatorial aspirant who has made controversial remarks about election integrity and deceased voters.
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The Standard
… Then came UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar who accuses journalists of being hirelings. …
Ruto and Muhoozi media fight has a silver liningCitizen Digital
… The 27 MPs were responding to a letter authored by UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar and Chairperson Cecily Mbarire, which described the retired president's administration as a failure. …
Opposition defends Uhuru, accuses Ruto of failing to address cost of livingThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeUDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar speaks at the party headquarters in Nairobi, November 28, 2025. …
Jubilee youths tell UDA MPs to confront Ruto, not Hassan OmarCitizen Digital
… Gachagua further dismissed UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar’s apology over his earlier remarks, claiming the statements were discussed at State House in Mombasa and reflected a coordinated script. …
Gachagua alleges presidential escort unit is demoralised, unpaid amid security concernsThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeNaivasha MP Jayne Kihara has accused President William Ruto and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar of allegedly fanning ethnic animosity ahead of the 2027 General Election. …
Naivasha MP Kihara accuses Ruto, Omar of stoking ethnic hatredThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeUDA Secretary General Hassan Omar issues the nomination certificate to Samuel Muchina Nyagah for Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. …
UDA rallies support for Muchina Nyaga ahead of Ol Kalou by-electionCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 24 — United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Hassan Omar has issued a public apology following backlash from Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru over remarks she described as “ethnic baiting” targeting the Mt Kenya region. …
Hassan Omar apologizes after backlash over alleged ethnic remarksCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 24 — Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has sharply criticized United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Hassan Omar, accusing him of engaging in “shortsighted, undemocratic ethnic baiting” following recent remarks perceived as targeting the Mt Kenya reg …
Waiguru slams Hassan Omar over alleged ethnic remarks, demands apologyCitizen Digital
UDA SG Omar says remarks were about Coast land injustices, not division, as he issues apology By Citizen Reporter May 24, 2026 11:14 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar speakin …
UDA SG Omar says remarks were about Coast land injustices, not division, as he issues apologyCitizen Digital
Jubilee allies hit out at Hassan Omar remarks as they accuse govt of divisive politics By Weru Mwangi May 24, 2026 10:47 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Leaders allied to the Jubilee Party …
Jubilee allies hit out at Hassan Omar remarks as they accuse govt of divisive politicsJubilee allies hit out aThe race for Mombasa governor has intensified with EALA legislator Suleiman Shahbal and UDA secretary-general Hassan Omar defying President William Ruto's plan to zone the county in favour of ODM, contributing to a crowded field of six gubernatorial aspirants.
27 September 2026 · The Standard →
The race for Mombasa governor has intensified with EALA legislator Suleiman Shahbal and UDA secretary-general Hassan Omar defying President William Ruto's plan to zone the county in favour of ODM, contributing to a crowded field of six gubernatorial aspirants.
27 September 2026 · The Standard →
The United Democratic Alliance has responded to former President Uhuru Kenyatta's assertion that the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election, with UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar stating that President William Ruto "conclusively won" the election and accusing Kenyatta of "living and wallowing in a fool's paradise."
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar accused retired President Uhuru Kenyatta of refusing to accept the 2022 election outcome, insisting that President William Ruto won decisively. Omar warned Uhuru would face political defeat in 2027 and claimed Ruto's political rise was instrumental to Uhuru's victories in 2013 and 2017.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
The UDA has criticised retired President Uhuru Kenyatta for saying he believes late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election, with UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar stating that President William Ruto conclusively won and accusing Uhuru of failing to accept the outcome.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Saboti MP Caleb Amisi claims the National Intelligence Service has infiltrated the Linda Mwananchi opposition movement to create divisions ahead of the 2027 election, attributing tensions within the group to the entry of older politicians including Siaya Governor James Orengo, Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi.
20 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights has warned of growing threats to life and political participation following recent killings in Isiolo and Embu and renewed violence along the Turkana-West Pokot border, saying the incidents risk undermining security and fundamental freedoms as Kenya heads towards the 2027 General Election.
20 September 2026 · The Standard →
Citizens Party Nairobi patron Irungu Nyakera has called for a parallel tallying system to verify results transmitted through the official electoral system in the 2027 General Election, saying it would help curb interference during result transmission. He also proposed stationing agents at polling centres to monitor the process from ballot box arrival through result transmission.
17 September 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured Kenyans and development partners that the 2027 General Election will be free, fair, and verifiable, saying there will be no compromise on the election's integrity. His remarks come amid debate over the voters' register and electoral transparency, and days after controversial comments by UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar about deceased Kenyans and voting.
16 September 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece criticizes UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar's suggestion about using dead voters' fingerprints in the 2027 election as the kind of remark that fuels opposition suspicions of vote manipulation, joining other recent statements by ruling party officials that raise concerns about election integrity.
15 September 2026 · The Standard →
Mt Kenya political leaders have threatened to punish President William Ruto at the ballot over the unresolved January 25 attack at Witima ACK Church in Othaya, during a church service attended by former DP Rigathi Gachagua. Leaders accused the administration of failing to bring those responsible to justice and said the incident represents growing political intimidation in the region.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
The United Opposition, led by Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, accused Deputy President Kithure Kindiki of sparking chaos at a UDA delegates' meeting in Embu county through cash handouts, claiming residents rebelled after being locked out of the stadium during the distribution.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Linda Mwananchi leaders have demanded action against UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar over remarks that the dead would be mobilised to vote for President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
Leaders allied with DCP's Rigathi Gachagua have warned President Ruto against what they describe as a dangerous approach to political unrest following clashes in Embu and an attack at ACK Witima Church. Nyandarua Senator John Methu alleged police officers were behind the church attack and called for their prosecution, while also defending MP Gitonga Mukunji and questioning the government's handling of Saturday's violence.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar sparked debate over electoral integrity by suggesting during a political rally in Mombasa that fingerprints of deceased people should be collected before burial and used to cast votes in President Ruto's favour. Omar made the remarks while officially declaring his candidacy for the Mombasa gubernatorial seat.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar has reiterated controversial remarks questioning how the Kenyatta family accumulated wealth and land holdings, and said he will propose renaming Mama Ngina Waterfront after colonial resistor Mekatilil wa Menza if elected Mombasa Governor.
27 August 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →