Suna East Member of Parliament and National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed has dismissed any possibility of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ceding elective seats to the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) in the 2027 General Election, even as talks between the two parties continue.
Speaking during the ODM Linda Ground Narok edition held in Narok County on Saturday, March 7, 2026, Junet affirmed that ODM will field candidates for all elective positions across the country, from Member of County Assembly (MCA) to governor and senator.
Junet assured party supporters that ODM remains strong and ready for the upcoming political contest.
“Nataka niwahakikishie kwamba chama yetu iko imara, na tutasimamisha watu kutoka kwa MCA, mpaka mbunge, mpaka gavana, mpaka senator. Kiti chochote ambacho ODM inahitaji, itasimamisha watu,” Junet said.
The Minority Leader made it clear that ODM will not leave any seat for UDA under any zoning arrangement, urging the ruling party to prepare for political competition.
Junet further argued that even leaders from other political parties would not be willing to surrender their positions to UDA candidates.
“Hakuna kiti chochote tutawachia UDA. Kama UDA wako na mpango kama huo, wajipange mapema. Mimi siwezi wachia kiti changu UDA, na senator wenu pia hawezi wachia UDA. Wanataka nani awaachie kiti yao? Hakuna mtu ataachia UDA kiti, hiyo tumekubaliana,” he said.
While acknowledging that dialogue between ODM and UDA may continue, Junet maintained that such engagements would not lead to ODM stepping aside in any electoral contest. He emphasized that the two parties could still engage politically while maintaining their independence.
The remarks come amid ongoing political realignments and speculation over possible cooperation between the opposition and the ruling coalition ahead of the 2027 elections.
