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Mohamed Ali

Also known as: Mohammed Ali · Nyali lawmaker Mohamed Ali

Nyali MP endorsed by opposition coalition as unified gubernatorial candidate for Mombasa in 2027 election.

2026-04-252026-07-16

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    n of collective bargaining agreements by all county governments and the signing of recognition agreements to facilitate lawful industrial relations.Reading the unions' joint statement, Kenya Environmental Health and Public Health Practitioners Union National Treasurer Mohamed Ali

    Health workers threaten nationwide strike over delayed UHC staff confirmation
  3. June 2026
  4. Citizen Digital

    The victims, identified as Job Kiprono, Mohamed Ali, and Isaac Cheruiyot, suffered injuries to their hands and legs during the chaos that disrupted the meeting.

    Police arrest 56 suspects over meeting disruption in Kuresoi North
  5. Citizen Digital

    The victims, identified as Job Kiprono, Mohamed Ali, and Isaac Cheruiyot, suffered injuries to their hands and legs during the chaos that disrupted the meeting.

    Three people shot as Nakuru Governor, Kuresoi North MP supporters clash
  6. The Standard

    His supporters and suspected goons clashed with those from Kihika’s side.“During the confrontation, several individuals sustained gunshot injuries and were rushed to nearby medical facilities for treatment,” said Nyaga.The three victims, Mohammed Ali, Job Kiprono and Isaac Cherui

    Police hunt for MP Mutai after Kuresoi chaos
  7. The Standard

    Currently, only a handful of elected leaders, led by Nyali MP Mohamed Ali, who was elected on a UDA ticket, are opposed to Ruto's reelection in 2027.

    Coast will not return to opposition, says Madzayo
  8. The Standard

    They must be able to liaise with the county public health officers and work as a team.” The union’s national treasurer, Mohammed Ali, echoed the sentiments and emphasised the critical role health experts play in national health security.

    Ministry of Education on the spot over schools inspection tours
  9. Citizen Digital

    You cannot sit at a table for ten years and after that say you were just passing by the kitchen," stated Nyali lawmaker Mohamed Ali.

    Opposition defends Uhuru, accuses Ruto of failing to address cost of living
  10. April 2026
  11. Citizen Digital

    The leaders have thrown their weight behind Nyali Member of Parliament Mohamed Ali for the Mombasa gubernatorial seat on a Wiper ticket, in what appears to be a strategy to consolidate opposition support across regions.

    Opposition eyes Mombasa in 2027 power push, seeks to end ODM monopoly
  12. Capital News

    MOMBASA, Kenya Apr 25 – Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has announced that Nyali MP Mohamed Ali will receive a direct ticket from the United Opposition to contest the Mombasa gubernatorial seat in the 2027 General Election.

    Kalonzo: Nyali MP Mohamed Ali to Get Direct United Opposition Ticket for Mombasa Governor
  13. Citizen Digital

    Photo/Courtesy Audio By Vocalize Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) leader Kalonzo Musyoka has announced that Nyali MP Mohamed Ali will receive a direct ticket from the United Opposition to contest the Mombasa gubernatorial seat in the 2027 polls.

    Kalonzo hands Moha Jicho Pevu direct Wiper ticket for Mombasa Governor bid

Yesterday

  1. Health workers threaten nationwide strike over UHC staff confirmation

    Health unions have threatened a nationwide strike starting Monday if the Council of Governors does not confirm Universal Health Coverage staff to permanent and pensionable employment. Parliament has allocated funds for the transition, but county governments have delayed the process, leaving thousands of health workers uncertain about their jobs and benefits.

    15 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 20 June

  1. Police arrest 56 suspects after Kuresoi North event disruption

    Police in Nakuru arrested 56 suspects following violent disturbances that broke out during an empowerment programme organised by Governor Susan Kihika in Kuresoi North on Friday. Three people sustained gunshot wounds during the incident and are receiving treatment at Molo Level 4 Hospital; investigations continue and police are seeking to record a statement from Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai.

    20 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 19 June

  1. Three shot during Nakuru governor and MP supporter clash

    Three people sustained gunshot wounds during a violent confrontation at a women and youth empowerment event in Kuresoi North, Nakuru County, allegedly after Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai arrived at the meeting being led by Governor Susan Kihika.

    19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Police search for Kuresoi North MP after constituency shooting

    Police are searching for Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai after chaos at a constituency empowerment meeting left three people with gunshot injuries. The incident occurred when Mutai was allegedly denied entry to a meeting hosted by Nakuru governor Susan Kihika; his supporters clashed with those from the governor's side, and a bus was set ablaze.

    19 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 11 June

  1. Coast region will not return to opposition, Madzayo says

    Kilifi Senator Stewart Madzayo has said that the Coast region will remain within government following ODM's broad-based arrangement with President William Ruto's administration, with ODM elected leaders across the region joining hands with UDA counterparts to support the presidency and secure development projects for residents.

    11 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Ministry excludes health experts from school inspection tours

    The Kenya Environmental Health and Public Health Practitioners Union has raised concerns that the Ministry of Education is conducting inspection tours of boarding schools without involving trained health experts to assess health standards and safety risks, urging the Education Cabinet Secretary to include public health officers in the exercise.

    9 June 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

Saturday 25 April

  1. Opposition targets Mombasa in 2027 election challenge

    Opposition leaders are campaigning in Mombasa to break what they claim is ODM's political monopoly in the coastal region, endorsing Nyali MP Mohamed Ali as their unified gubernatorial candidate on a Wiper ticket. The opposition accuses the government of sidelining the Coast and failing to revive the local economy.

    25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. United Opposition grants direct ticket to Nyali MP for Mombasa governor race

    Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka announced that Nyali MP Mohamed Ali will receive a direct United Opposition ticket to contest the Mombasa gubernatorial seat in the 2027 General Election. Kalonzo said the coalition decision reflects a unified opposition strategy aimed at strengthening chances in key counties and avoiding internal competition.

    25 April 2026 · Capital News

  3. Kalonzo awards direct Wiper ticket to Moha Jicho Pevu for Mombasa

    Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka announced that Nyali MP Mohamed Ali (Jicho Pevu) will receive a direct ticket from the United Opposition to contest the Mombasa gubernatorial seat in 2027, citing his anti-corruption track record.

    25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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