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Justin Muturi

Also known as: The former National Assembly Speaker · Former Attorney General Justin Muturi · former National Assembly Speaker · Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi · the former Attorney General · former Attorney General · DP leader Justin Muturi · Former National Assembly Speaker Justin Muturi · former National Assembly Speaker and Attorney General Justin Muturi · former CS Justin Muturi · former National Assembly Speaker and Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi

Democratic Party leader and former Attorney General, calling for electoral reforms and accountability ahead of 2027 elections.

2026-04-242026-09-19

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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    High Court grants access to key IEBC electoral records By Citizen Reporter September 17, 2026 05:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi addresses Likoni residents on April

    High Court grants access to key IEBC electoral records
  3. Citizen Digital

    The KPMG report was not fully implemented, as documented by election observers in 2022,” DP leader Justin Muturi stated.

    Opposition calls for scrapping of national tallying centre ahead of 2027
  4. Citizen Digital

    Pressed on a separate incident in Garissa County over the weekend, where a rally attended by opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka, Justin Muturi and Eugene Wamalwa was disrupted, Owino said he was aware of the incident and maintained that police were investigating.

    Gov't spokesperson Owino denies selective justice over Embu, Garissa violence
  5. The Standard

    On the very day that Embu burned, opposition leaders, including Kalonzo Musyoka, Justin Muturi and Eugene Wamalwa, came under a hail of stones in Garissa, an attack Muturi called an attempted assassination.

    Let's stop normalising political violence now
  6. Citizen Digital

    Former Attorney General Justin Muturi added: “What happened to Kindiki is the fate that befell him…” The opposition accuses the President William Ruto-led administration of allowing political unrest to spiral out of control.

    United Opposition turns heat on Kindiki, accuse him of sparking unrest in Embu
  7. Citizen Digital

    DP Party leader Justin Muturi also condemned the incident, saying his vehicle was damaged during the confrontation.

    Chaos as rival groups clash during United Opposition rally in Garissa
  8. Citizen Digital

    'This is an attempted assassination!' Muturi condems Garissa rally chaos By Kenneth Gachie September 12, 2026 04:27 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Photo collage of former Attorney General Justin Muturi spe

    'This is an attempted assassination!' Muturi condems Garissa rally chaos
  9. Citizen Digital

    Muturi calls on Ruto to prioritise El Niño preparedness over politics By Benjamin Muriuki September 09, 2026 03:46 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Democratic Party Leader Justin Muturi.

    Muturi calls on Ruto to prioritise El Niño preparedness over politics
  10. The Standard

    Former Attorney General Justin Muturi openly endorses Kalonzo Musyoka, former CS Peter Munya wants his independence, and those in Jubilee have no time for him.

    Intensifying political campaigns and worrying signs ahead of 2027 elections
  11. Citizen Digital

    Led by Democracy for Citizens (DCP) party leader Rigathi Gachagua and Democratic Party (DP)’s Justin Muturi, the leaders say the formula to be used must produce a leader who surpasses all leadership parameters against the Head of State.

    Opposition leaders call for selflessness in choosing presidential flag-bearer

Thursday 17 September

  1. High Court orders IEBC to grant access to electoral records

    The High Court has granted orders allowing lawful access to key electoral records held by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, including the Register of Voters, databases, servers, and audit logs, following a petition by Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi's legal team seeking greater transparency and independent scrutiny of election systems.

    17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Opposition coalition calls for abolition of national tallying centre

    A coalition of opposition groups led by former Chief Justice David Maraga is calling for the scrapping of the national tallying centre ahead of the 2027 General Election, arguing that presidential results declared at constituency level should be final and not re-tallied at a central venue like Bomas of Kenya.

    15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 14 September

  1. Government spokesperson denies selective justice over violence incidents

    Government Spokesperson Charles Owino defended the manhunt for Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji, saying the National Police Service has valid grounds to pursue him, and declined to disclose further investigation details. Owino said case specifics would be made public only after the MP's arrest and statement have been recorded, describing it as standard investigative procedure.

    14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Political violence escalating across Kenya, rule of law at risk

    An opinion piece argues that political violence has become normalised in Kenya, citing Saturday's chaos in Embu where a meeting attended by Deputy President Kindiki descended into stone-throwing and arson that killed one person and torched six vehicles, along with multiple other incidents targeting opposition and government officials. The author contends that police inaction has emboldened perpetrators and calls for urgent intervention to stop the trend.

    14 September 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 13 September

  1. Opposition accuses Deputy President Kindiki of sparking Embu unrest

    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

Saturday 12 September

  1. Rival groups clash at United Opposition rally in Garissa

    Youths pelted opposition leaders' vehicles with stones as a United Opposition rally in Garissa descended into chaos on Saturday. Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka and DP leader Justin Muturi condemned the incident, with Musyoka accusing Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale of orchestrating the disruption.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Muturi condemns attack on opposition leaders in Garissa

    Opposition leaders were attacked on September 12 in Garissa County, which former Attorney General Justin Muturi described as an attempted assassination. Muturi called for an immediate police investigation and warned that such attacks could deepen divisions and heighten fear among Kenyans.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Muturi urges Ruto to prioritise El Niño preparedness

    Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi has called on President William Ruto to shift focus from political activities to preparations for anticipated El Niño rains, warning that inadequate planning could worsen crop failures, food insecurity, and disruptions in the health sector.

    9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 7 September

  1. Political class shows ethical deficiencies ahead of 2027 elections

    An opinion piece warns of worrying trends as Kenya's political class displays ethical deficiencies and gross irresponsibility, violating constitutional provisions on national values and the Bill of Rights through inciting violence and foul language. The article criticises the Ruto administration for wasteful public expenditure, institutional collapse in health and education services, and weakening public trust.

    7 September 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 6 September

  1. Opposition leaders call for selflessness in choosing 2027 flagbearer

    United Opposition principals, led by Rigathi Gachagua and Justin Muturi, are calling for selflessness among themselves when deciding on a flagbearer to face President William Ruto in the 2027 general election. Gachagua has expressed willingness to shelve his presidential ambitions if another candidate would be a sure bet to defeat Ruto.

    6 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Muturi calls for ICC outreach office in Nairobi

    Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi has called for the establishment of an International Criminal Court (ICC) outreach office in Nairobi, citing concerns over rising ethnic rhetoric ahead of the 2027 General Election. Muturi warned against the use of ethnicity and memories of past violence as political mobilisation tools.

    6 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. ODM leader Junet mocks opposition's search for unified 2027 candidate

    National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed criticized opposition parties for holding hotel meetings and retreats to find a common presidential candidate for 2027, saying ODM has already settled on its preferred choice. His remarks came after opposition leaders including Kalonzo Musyoka, Fred Matiang'i, and others signed a unity pledge and coalition agreement in August to jointly select a single presidential candidate.

    6 September 2026 · Capital News

Saturday 5 September

  1. United Opposition leaders criticize IEBC exclusion from election talks

    Opposition leaders including Kalonzo Musyoka, Justin Muturi, and Eugene Wamalwa accused the IEBC of sidelining them during a recent stakeholders' engagement ahead of the 2027 General Election. The leaders also criticized the government over reported abductions and pledged to work toward restoring rule of law and constitutionalism.

    5 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 3 September

  1. Four independent opposition figures chart separate political paths

    As the 2027 election cycle approaches, four prominent figures — Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro (Kenya People's Party), former Laikipia governor Ndiritu Muriithi (Kenya Reform Party), former Meru governor Peter Munya (Party of National Unity), and former National Assembly Speaker and Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi (Democratic Party of Kenya) — are pursuing independent political trajectories while remaining rooted in opposition politics.

    3 September 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Maraga releases suppressed police reform report with 200-plus recommendations

    Retired Chief Justice David Maraga published a police reform taskforce report on social media after the government withheld it for nearly three years. The 200-plus recommendations address issues facing police officers, prison warders, and other state personnel regarding housing, pay, and training.

    1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 29 August

  1. Tear gas dispersed at Linda Mwananchi rally in Migori

    Siaya Governor James Orengo and the Linda Mwananchi team were attacked in Migori on Saturday after tear gas was discharged during a rally; the team condemned the incident as an attempt on their lives and pledged to continue their campaign to vote out President William Ruto in the 2027 polls.

    29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Muturi calls on judiciary to prepare election dispute mechanisms

    Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has urged Chief Justice Martha Koome to activate the Judiciary's elections committee and establish clear timelines for resolving election-related disputes ahead of the 2027 General Election, arguing that special arrangements should be put in place proactively rather than during an electoral crisis.

    29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 28 August

  1. Muturi warns Parliament electoral reforms delay risks 2027 election

    Justin Muturi, former National Assembly Speaker and Democratic Party leader, has warned that Parliament's failure to pass pending electoral law amendments could undermine public confidence in the 2027 General Election, citing unresolved questions on electoral technology, procurement, and intellectual-property rights that could erode trust if not settled before final election preparations.

    28 August 2026 · Capital News

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Muturi calls for urgent Elections Amendment Bill debate before IEBC tender

    Democratic Party of Kenya leader Justin Muturi has urged Parliament to immediately table and debate the Elections Amendment Bill, 2024, before the IEBC signs a technology tender contract, arguing that the Bill's recommendations would strengthen safeguards for the 2027 General Election. Muturi questioned why the Bill, arising from National Dialogue Committee recommendations, has remained before Parliament for 17 months without being debated.

    26 August 2026 · Capital News

Monday 24 August

  1. Augustus Muli bets on independence to challenge Kalonzo in Ukambani

    National Liberal Party politician Augustus Kyalo Muli is positioning himself as an independent regional force, distinct from both President Ruto and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, as he seeks to build a base in Ukambani ahead of 2027 by following a formula similar to that deployed by Edwin Sifuna and Ndindi Nyoro.

    24 August 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 23 August

  1. Uhuru urges leaders to protect democratic freedoms and political diversity

    Former President Uhuru Kenyatta called on Kenya's political leaders to protect democratic freedoms, respect political diversity, and allow citizens to freely determine their political leadership, warning that suppressing political competition risks reversing democratic gains achieved by past generations.

    23 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Uhuru urges politicians to let voters decide leaders freely

    Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has called on politicians to stop blocking rivals' rallies and instead focus on presenting their manifestos to Kenyans ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying voters should be left to choose their leaders. Speaking at a memorial service in Trans Nzoia County, Uhuru distanced himself from speculation about returning to active politics.

    23 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 22 August

  1. Mwangaza calls for peaceful Linda Mwananchi tour in Meru

    Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has called for a peaceful Linda Mwananchi tour of Meru County on August 30, welcoming the opposition outfit led by Senator Edwin Sifuna. Mwangaza, a recent joiner of the movement and endorsed of Sifuna for President, expects a successful visit.

    22 August 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Maraga, Muturi to lead electoral preparedness forum

    Former Chief Justice David Maraga, former Attorney General Justin Muturi, and Suba South MP Caroli Omondi will coordinate a People's Forum for Electoral Preparedness scheduled for October 9, 2026, as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election. The initiative was prompted by reported incidents of political violence across the country.

    19 August 2026 · Capital News

  2. Kiharu MP Nyoro calls for opposition unity against Ruto

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro urged opposition leaders to remain united to defeat President William Ruto in the next general election, saying only cohesion will help accelerate campaigns and identify a presidential flagbearer. He called on Murang'a residents to attend opposition meetings and outlined strategies to address education, health, unemployment, and national debt.

    19 August 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 16 August

  1. Mt Kenya leaders accuse Gachagua of undermining regional counterparts

    Mt Kenya leaders, led by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku, have accused Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua of undermining regional leaders while claiming close ties with them. The leaders called for greater political unity and self-determination in Mt Kenya East and voiced support for Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.

    16 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Muturi demands mandatory disclosure of election technology by vendors

    Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has called for mandatory disclosure of election technology by IEBC vendors, arguing that intellectual-property rights cannot restrict authorised access to systems required to verify election integrity ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    16 August 2026 · Capital News

  3. Jubilee rejects DCP claims of party involvement in opposition violence

    Jubilee Party has denied links to unrest during opposition activities in Naivasha and Nakuru, with its Secretary General attributing the clashes to policing failures rather than party wrongdoing. The denial reflects deepening tensions within the Uhuru-backed opposition as DCP seeks to expand its national presence ahead of the 2027 election.

    16 August 2026 · Capital News

Thursday 13 August

  1. Opposition leaders resolve to settle disputes privately

    After months of public disagreement, opposition leaders have agreed to resolve their differences internally without publicly airing disputes.

    13 August 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 12 August

  1. Opposition leaders demand IEBC reforms before 2027 election

    Opposition leaders including Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa, and Justin Muturi have demanded urgent reforms at the IEBC and warned against reintroducing the Smartmatic election management system under a different name. They said the credibility of the next election depends on an electoral system that commands confidence of all political players, and called for unity within the Azimio coalition ahead of 2027.

    12 August 2026 · The Standard

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