Kaluma: Ruto’s inclusive agenda will secure him re-election with ODM backing
By Emmanuel Rono, May 2, 2026Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma has praised President William Ruto, saying the Head of State is pursuing an inclusive development agenda that benefits all Kenyans across regions.
In a statement on his X account on May 2, 2026, Kaluma argued that, unlike past administrations, which he accused of favouring certain communities and regions, President Ruto’s government is working for citizens “from the Indian Ocean through the Mountain and the Valleys to the Lake,” suggesting a more balanced approach to national development.
“Unlike past presidents, who discriminated against some communities and regions, President Williams Ruto is working for all Kenyans from the Indian Ocean through the Mountain and the Valleys to the Lake,” Kaluma wrote.
ODM backing
The ODM legislator further claimed that the President is on course for an easy re-election, adding that he would benefit from political support from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).
“He will be easily re-elected with the support of The ODM Party,” Kaluma said.
2027 early campaigns
Kaluma’s remarks add to the ongoing political debate over emerging alliances ahead of the 2027 General Election, as leaders increasingly position themselves and test possible coalition dynamics.
Instead, a growing pattern of insults, innuendo and sharply personalised attacks is taking centre stage, raising concern over whether vulgarity will define the next electoral cycle.
From presidential podiums to grassroots rallies, politicians across the divide are increasingly resorting to coarse language to energise supporters and discredit rivals.
Recent events have amplified these fears with the ruling government and the opposition figures kicking off early campaigns. During a development tour, William Ruto appeared to veer off script, launching into a series of insults directed at opposition figures.
Clergy on early campaigns
Led by Secretary General Habil Olembo, the group criticised both William Ruto and his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua for what they described as a lack of decorum. Olembo termed the trend “verbal indiscipline,” warning it reflects a deeper crisis in political culture.
“All leaders in this country, stop the insults and early campaign and get back to work,” Olembo said.
The clergy further noted that many Kenyans, particularly young voters, are struggling to identify with leaders who rely on confrontational rhetoric. Instead, they called for a return to respectful, issue-based politics that address citizens’ real concerns.