UDM resolves to back President Ruto’s re-election bid

President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid has received a boost, after the United Democratic Movement, or UDM party, formally endorsed his bid for a second term in office. Led by party leader Ali Roba, the party's National Executive Committee and National Governing Council adopted resolutions to mobilise support for Ruto’s re-election campaign, citing his sustained development agenda. Party officials also announced the launch of a nationwide mobilisation drive aimed at recruiting new members and consolidating support across all 47 counties ahead of the 2027 General Election.