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Richard Onyonka

Also known as: Richard Momoima Onyonka · Kisii Senator Richard Momoima Onyonka · Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka

Kisii Senator whose mother's death prompted opposition leaders to reaffirm unity against President Ruto in 2027.

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Standard

    Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka declared that the country is ripe for leadership change owing to the hard economic times and unfavorable government policies.

    Kang'ata attends Linda Mwananchi rally in Thika, criticises Ruto policies
  3. Citizen Digital

    after Assembly thwart By George Amolo June 09, 2026 08:58 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Siaya Governor James Orengo speaks during the farewell of Mama Teresa Omoke, mother to Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka

    Governor Orengo re-advertises CEC vacancies after Assembly thwart
  4. May 2026
  5. Citizen Digital

    security withdrawn By Citizen Reporter May 20, 2026 06:50 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Siaya Governor James Orengo speaks during the farewell of Mama Teresa Omoke, mother to Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka

    Siaya Governor James Orengo says security withdrawn
  6. Citizen Digital

    On Friday, EALA MP Winnie Odinga and Ruth Odinga sustained their criticism of Mbadi while speaking at the funeral service of Mama Teresa Nyaboke, the mother of Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka.

    ODM rift deepens as Mbadi clashes with Ruth, Winnie and Ida Odinga over ‘post Raila era’ remarks
  7. Citizen Digital

    His remarks triggered strong reactions from Winnie Odinga, who, while speaking at the funeral of Mama Teresa Nyaboke, the mother of Richard Onyonka, criticised government officials over rising economic hardship and accused them of failing to prioritise wananchi.

    'You have no capacity to advise me', CS Mbadi lashes out at Winnie Odinga
  8. The Standard

    Speaking during the burial of Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka's mother, Teresia Onyonka, the United Opposition principals, leaders of ODM's Linda Mwananchi faction and presidential aspirant David Maraga vowed to form a united front to face the president.

    Sifuna to work with Matiangi, Kalonzo to unseat Ruto
  9. Citizen Digital

    Speaking during the funeral service of Mama Teresa Nyaboke, the mother of Richard Onyonka, Odinga singled out South Mugirango MP Sylvanus Osoro following the hostile reception he received from mourners during his speech.

    Winnie Odinga warns Osoro against threatening Kenyans amid funeral drama
  10. Capital News

    Speaking during a requiem mass at Nyabururu Parish for Mrs Teresia Omoke, mother of Senator Richard Onyonka, Aruasa said leadership contests are a democratic process aimed at giving voters a choice, not a platform for division.

    Kitutu Chache South MP Aspirant Kevin Aruasa Calls for Unity, Says Political Contest Is Not Enmity
  11. The Standard

    Kisii Senator Richard Momoima Onyonka, traces his childhood in two villages and from two fathers: The foster and the biological one.

    Senator Richard Onyonka: A man with two fathers
  12. April 2026
  13. The Standard

    Matiangi, a former super minister in Uhuru’s government, was a World Bank operative, leads the Jubilee party, and has Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka’s support in flexing political muscles.

    The three way presidential competition

Yesterday

  1. Kang'ata joins Linda Mwananchi, criticises Kenya Kwanza policies

    Muranga Governor Irungu Kang'ata joined the Linda Mwananchi movement at a rally in Thika, criticising the government's affordable housing programme and calling for funds to be redirected to free education. The movement said it will work with the United Opposition to contest the 2027 general election.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Siaya Governor re-advertises CEC positions after Assembly rejection

    Siaya Governor James Orengo has re-advertised County Executive Committee member vacancies for Finance, Health, and Education after his nominees for Finance and Education were rejected by the County Assembly, and following the lapse of the health docket's tenure.

    9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Siaya Governor Orengo protests abrupt security withdrawal

    Siaya Governor James Orengo has written a protest letter to the Inspector General of Police over the withdrawal of his security detail and officers at his Nairobi residence on Tuesday evening, which he termed "abrupt and unprocedural," and has demanded an official explanation and reinstatement or replacement of the security.

    20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 17 May

  1. ODM tensions escalate between Mbadi and Odinga family members

    Treasury CS John Mbadi has clashed publicly with Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga and other ODM figures over calls for party tolerance and accommodation of leaders with divergent views, including ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna. Mbadi questioned bringing back party members he said had publicly threatened to quit, framing the dispute around loyalty to party leadership.

    17 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 16 May

  1. Treasury CS Mbadi rejects Winnie Odinga criticism over ODM remarks

    Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi responded sharply to criticism from EALA MP Winnie Odinga about his earlier remarks on the Orange Democratic Movement's future, insisting that leaders must respect elders and stop invoking the late party leader Raila Odinga's name to influence internal politics. Mbadi said the country must adjust to a "post-Raila era" and that leaders should focus on governance rather than political rhetoric.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Opposition leaders vow united front against Ruto in 2027 election

    Opposition politicians, including United Opposition principals and ODM's Linda Mwananchi faction leaders, reaffirmed their commitment to build a united force to unseat President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, speaking at the burial of Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka's mother.

    16 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 15 May

  1. Winnie Odinga criticises government politicians' approach to public engagement

    EALA MP Winnie Odinga has criticised politicians in government for a "tone-deaf" approach and warned leaders to stop using threats and intimidation when engaging with citizens, singling out South Mugirango MP Sylvanus Osoro after he received a hostile reception at a funeral service.

    15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kitutu Chache South MP aspirant urges unity over electoral hostility

    Parliamentary aspirant Kevin Aruasa called for political maturity and unity during a requiem mass, saying electoral competition should not become personal enmity and urging issue-based politics focused on development priorities including education, healthcare, roads, and youth employment.

    15 May 2026 · Capital News

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Senator Onyonka raised by foster and biological fathers

    Kisii Senator Richard Momoima Onyonka traces his childhood to two villages and two fathers—a foster father and his biological father. Many Kenyans began questioning why the senator uses the surname Onyonka rather than Omoke, his mother's surname, following her death.

    12 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 27 April

  1. Three political groupings compete ahead of 2027 election

    As Kenya approaches the August 2027 General Election, three political groupings led by William Ruto, Kalonzo Musyoka, and Edwin Sifuna are engaged in stiff competition that could lead to a re-run if no candidate achieves the required 50+1 majority vote.

    27 April 2026 · The Standard

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