Narc political leader,Martha Karua 

The political landscape has shifted dramatically as Martha Karua’s NARC-Kenya party announces its exit from the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition. This move marks a significant rift within the opposition alliance.

Formal Exit Announcement

On Thursday, July 25, 2024, NARC-Kenya’s Acting Secretary General Asha Bashir formally communicated the party’s departure. She addressed the letter to Azimio Secretariat Secretary General Junet Mohamed.

Reasons for Departure

In the letter, Bashir cited “prevailing political developments” as the primary reason for the party’s exit. “Kindly take note that our stay in Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition is not tenable due to the prevailing political developments,” stated Bashir.

Official Exit Notification

The letter provided official notice of NARC-Kenya’s intent to exit the coalition. “As NARC Kenya by way of this letter, we are giving notice to exit the Coalition as stipulated in the exit clause(s) in the Coalition Agreement. This notice is effective from the date of this letter,” Bashir wrote.

Impact of President Ruto’s Nominations

The announcement comes in the wake of President William Ruto’s recent Cabinet nominations. On Wednesday, Ruto nominated four members from the Azimio-affiliated ODM party for key positions.

Key Cabinet Nominations

Ruto recommended ODM Chair and Nominated MP John Mbadi to head the Treasury ministry. He also proposed National Assembly Minority Leader and Ugunja MP James Opiyo Wandayi for the Energy docket.

Former Mombasa Governor Ali Hassan Joho received a nomination for the Ministry of Mining and Blue Economy. Additionally, former Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya was proposed for the Ministry of Cooperatives and MSMEs Development.

Opposition in Disarray

The nominations have caused upheaval within the opposition. Despite previous strong statements rejecting any intent to join the Kenya Kwanza administration, these appointments have stirred controversy.

Reactions from Azimio Affiliates

NARC-Kenya, alongside other Azimio parties such as Wiper, Jubilee, DAP-K, and PNU, had previously opposed joining the government. They viewed such moves as betrayals of the Kenyan people’s trust.

Broader Implications

NARC-Kenya’s exit signifies deeper divisions within the opposition coalition. The fallout highlights the growing fragmentation among parties that once stood united against the current administration.

The formal exit of NARC-Kenya from the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition marks a pivotal moment in Kenyan politics. The recent Cabinet nominations by President Ruto have intensified these divisions, revealing the complexities and challenges facing opposition parties.

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