Also known as: Richard Momoima Onyonka · Kisii Senator Richard Momoima Onyonka · Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka
Kisii Senator aligned to ODM's Linda Mwananchi opposition faction ahead of 2027 election.
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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 policiesCitizen 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 thwartCitizen 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… security withdrawn By Citizen Reporter May 20, 2026 06:50 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Siaya Governor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 withdrawnCitizen 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’ remarksCitizen 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 OdingaThe 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 RutoCitizen 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 dramaCapital 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 EnmityThe 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 fathersThe 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 competitionFormer Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i, a Jubilee Party presidential hopeful, hosted Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and other opposition leaders at his Karen office to discuss strengthening coordination within the United Alternative Government and aligning opposition strategy ahead of the 2027 General Election.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i, a Jubilee Party presidential hopeful, hosted Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and other opposition leaders at his Karen office to discuss strengthening coordination within the United Alternative Government and aligning opposition strategy ahead of the 2027 General Election.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
A group of senior Orange Democratic Movement leaders aligned to the Linda Mwananchi movement has conceded defeat in its efforts to reclaim the party, saying ODM has been captured by the Kenya Kwanza administration and drifted from the ideals of late leader Raila Odinga. The four leaders—James Orengo, Edwin Sifuna, Godfrey Osotsi, and Richard Onyonka—said their months of internal resistance failed to reverse the party's political direction.
17 July 2026 · Capital News →
Senior Orange Democratic Movement leaders aligned to the Linda Mwananchi movement have abandoned their bid to reclaim the party, saying it has drifted from the ideals of late leader Raila Odinga and fallen under the influence of the Kenya Kwanza administration. Governors, senators including James Orengo and Edwin Sifuna said months of internal resistance failed to reverse what they described as the party's new political direction.
17 July 2026 · Capital News →
Opposition senators aligned to the Linda Mwananchi faction have alleged that Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's removal as Senate Deputy Minority Whip was planned during a meeting between President William Ruto and ODM leaders before being formalized at a parliamentary group meeting. The lawmakers accused the government of interfering with Parliament's independence and weakening the opposition.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM leader James Orengo has criticized the wave of political fundraisers across the country, describing large cash contributions by leaders as bribery that should attract scrutiny from investigative agencies. He said unexplained wealth should be investigated by the EACC and KRA, and argued that no president could legitimately contribute Ksh 100 million in one weekend.
12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Linda Mwananchi political faction, led by ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, is taking its grassroots mobilisation campaign to Kisii and Nyamira counties on Friday, with Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Siaya Governor James Orengo leading the delegation alongside other allied lawmakers.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
According to a new survey by Infotrak Research and Consulting, Senators Jackson Mandago, James Lomenen, Mohamed Chute, and Hillary Sigei have been named the most improved, with each climbing significantly in rankings compared to 2024 results. Kirinyaga Senator Kamau Murango ranked as the top-performing Senator at 69 per cent.
1 July 2026 · The Standard →
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i met with Siaya Governor James Orengo, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka from the Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi group, urging them to support his presidential bid as efforts continue to agree on a joint Opposition candidate for next year's election.
19 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i, the de facto Jubilee Party presidential candidate, met with Linda Mwananchi leaders including Siaya Governor James Orengo, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka as efforts to agree on a joint Opposition presidential candidate between the Sifuna-led team and the Gachagua-Kalonzo alliance intensify.
19 June 2026 · The Standard →
At least nine candidates are positioning themselves to succeed Governor Benjamin Cheboi in Baringo County, with the battle for the United Democratic Alliance ticket emerging as the defining political contest. Leading contenders include former Cabinet Secretary Simon Chelugui and former Governor Stanley Kiptis.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →