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Order a long-term news report on Suba North
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Citizen Digital
… Jakakimba, a former Raila Odinga aide and Suba North Parliamentary aspirant, made the remarks in a statement that appears to respond to growing criticism of the state of infrastructure in Homa Bay County following the latest Linda Mwananchi tour of the region. …
Jakakimba defends Ruto development record amid Homa Bay infrastructure criticismCapital News
NAIROBI,Kenya Aug 11 – Questions have emerged over the political future of Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo Mabona after she was linked to an upcoming Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay, raising speculation that the outspoken legislator could be edging closer to the faction that has …
MP Millie Odhiambo’s political path under scrutiny amid Linda Mwananchi linksCapital News
… In April, Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo joined other ODM legislators in opposing a proposed political zoning arrangement, warning that such an agreement could put leaders’ personal interests ahead of those of their constituents. …
Oburu to ODM Dissidents: Choose Your Side or LeaveCitizen Digital
Jakakimba leans on humble beginnings as Suba North race gathers pace By Walter Nyambaga August 04, 2026 01:47 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Silas Jakakimba addresses volunteer ground ambassadors. …
Jakakimba leans on humble beginnings as Suba North race gathers paceCitizen Digital
… The leaders fanned out across different parts of the country, including Suba North, Mbeere North, Nyamira and parts of Western Kenya, urging Kenyans to support the long-term development agenda. …
Broad-based leaders rally behind Ruto's Vision 2060, dismiss opposition criticismCitizen Digital
… Led by Igamba Ng'ombe MP Patrick Munene, Mwea MP Mary Maingi and Kirinyaga Central MP Gachoki Gitari, the legislators argued that those calling for Kindiki's removal, among them Junet and Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo, played no part in electing the current Kenya Kwanza administr …
Ruto allies in Mt Kenya slam ODM over 50-50 gov't pushCitizen Digital
… Now serving as the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary for Homa Bay County, Jakakimba says his next focus is winning the Suba North parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election. …
From Fisherman to Raila Aide: Silas Jakakimba Reflects on His 19 Years with Odinga and Why He Joined UDACitizen Digital
… Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo pointed to lessons from her own political journey, commenting: "Read my book Rig or be Rigged. …
'Wear diapers, delay your periods': Amakove Wala's advice for women on the campaign trailCitizen Digital
2027 elections: Jakakimba makes key campaign appointment for Suba North MP bid By Walter Nyambaga June 29, 2026 09:33 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A side-by-side image of Mary Oketch and Suba North parli …
2027 elections: Jakakimba makes key campaign appointment for Suba North MP bidCitizen Digital
2027 battle for Suba North takes shape as Jakakimba eyes Millie Odhiambo's seat By Walter Nyambaga June 19, 2026 10:23 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A side-by-side image of city lawyer Silas Jakakimba AND …
2027 battle for Suba North takes shape as Jakakimba eyes Millie Odhiambo's seatNairobi Woman Rep Esther Muthoni Passaris turned 62, and Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo rose in Parliament to honour the milestone, commending Passaris for her parliamentary work and style, while playfully mispronouncing "sixty" as "sexty."
23 October 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Woman Rep Esther Muthoni Passaris turned 62, and Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo rose in Parliament to honour the milestone, commending Passaris for her parliamentary work and style, while playfully mispronouncing "sixty" as "sexty."
23 October 2026 · The Standard →
Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo has dismissed claims of a strained relationship with Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, attributing any tensions to their differing political interests and strong personalities rather than personal animosity.
12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Silas Jakakimba, Homa Bay County Secretary of the ruling UDA party, has declared his candidacy for Suba North MP in 2027, saying he is ready to provide renewed leadership and development. He accused incumbent Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo of undermining regional cooperation.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Orange Democratic Movement's Acting Secretary General Catherine Omanyo warned party lawmakers who have not declared their political stance to align themselves with the party's current arrangement with the ruling United Democratic Alliance, criticizing those she described as "fence-sitters."
15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo has discussed her political positioning and the "fence sitter" label, explaining she is not driven by the need to align with political alliances simply for their sake. She also recounted a near-death experience when a boat she was travelling in during Homa Bay campaigns developed a problem and burst, which she suggested may not have been coincidental.
15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has pointed to ongoing road works at the "Yemen" junction in Homa Bay as evidence of government infrastructure investment in the region, following public attention to the road's poor condition during a Linda Mwananchi movement tour earlier in August.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
John Mbadi, who represented Suba South for 15 years, has blamed his successor for poor road conditions in the constituency. A Linda Mwananchi tour of Homa Bay County exposed the state of roads in the region, sparking public criticism about resource allocation for infrastructure.
18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A rally in Homa Bay County exposed the region's poor road conditions and neglected infrastructure, contradicting claims by some politicians that the region's infrastructure has improved significantly under President William Ruto's government. Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo attributed the poor state of roads to several years of marginalisation.
18 August 2026 · The Standard →
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi blamed his successor, Suba South MP Caroli Omondi, for poor road conditions exposed during a Linda Mwananchi tour of Homa Bay County led by Senator Edwin Sifuna, though Kenyans on social media questioned what Mbadi himself accomplished during his 17 years representing the constituency before becoming Cabinet Secretary.
18 August 2026 · The Standard →
An Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi countrywide tour in Homa Bay County drew public criticism over the county's poor road conditions, with the touring convoy forced onto dusty detours after main roads were blocked, prompting local leaders to explain the underdevelopment.
17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UDA Homa Bay Secretary Silas Jakakimba has defended President William Ruto's development record, arguing that ongoing infrastructure projects in Nyanza demonstrate government efforts to address decades of marginalisation in the region, following criticism after a Linda Mwananchi tour of the county encountered roadblocks.
17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo is reportedly set to attend a Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay, raising questions about her political positioning within ODM. The appearance would mark a shift from her May statement that she belonged to neither the Linda Ground nor Linda Mwananchi faction, though attendance alone would not constitute a formal party departure.
11 August 2026 · Capital News →
ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga has told politicians uncomfortable with the party's cooperation with President William Ruto to leave or openly declare their position, as internal divisions within the Orange party deepen ahead of the 2027 General Election.
10 August 2026 · Capital News →
Silas Jakakimba, a parliamentary aspirant for Suba North, has completed a three-day tour across five wards ahead of the 2027 General Election, framing his campaign as a "people-centred movement" centred on his childhood struggles in poverty.
4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Hours after President William Ruto unveiled Vision 2060, allied leaders fanned out across the country to rally support for the long-term development blueprint, which they describe as transformative and capable of accelerating Kenya towards first-world economy status. Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula called on political leaders to embrace constructive dialogue and focus on development.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mt Kenya legislators allied to the government have rejected ODM's demand for a 50-50 share of government and the Deputy President's seat, arguing that ODM joined the administration through a broad-based arrangement and has no moral authority to make such demands.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Silas Jakakimba, a lawyer and political strategist who spent 19 years working alongside former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has joined the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and now serves as UDA Secretary for Homa Bay County. He is focused on winning the Suba North parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election.
28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
First-time Vihiga Woman Representative aspirant Amakove Wala has highlighted the physical, emotional and gender-specific challenges women face while campaigning, including managing menstruation and personal safety during high-speed political convoys, speaking from her experience at rallies across multiple counties.
28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Silas Jakakimba, a parliamentary aspirant for Suba North Constituency in Homa Bay County, has appointed Mary Oketch as Parliamentary Campaign Contact and Chief Focal Strategist for his 2027 election campaign. Oketch will lead strategy for his grassroots movement and oversee campaign planning, volunteer coordination, and communications.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
City lawyer Silas Jakakimba, a longtime aide to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, is positioning himself as a challenger to long-serving Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo ahead of the 2027 General Election. Political observers view the race as a potentially high-stakes contest between the opposition-leaning ODM and the ruling UDA.
19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM is holding a retreat in Mombasa from Sunday through Tuesday, bringing together its National Executive Committee, parliamentary group, and elected governors. The meeting aims to strengthen party structures and address internal concerns, with discussions expected on strategy, grassroots mobilisation, and anticipated engagement talks with President Ruto's UDA.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece in The Standard argues that calculated moves within ODM to consolidate control and discipline dissent have instead generated resentment and renewed political consciousness among the party base, with efforts to weaken Senator Edwin Sifuna as party Secretary General instead elevating his standing.
29 April 2026 · The Standard →