The most comprehensive and up-to-date list of Luo Nyanza politicians (from Siaya, Kisumu, Homa Bay, and Migori counties) publicly reported as eyeing United Democratic Alliance (UDA) tickets for the 2027 General Election comes from details gathered directly at the State House function.
This reflects a growing shift in President Dr William Samoei Ruto’s UDA party into traditional ODM strongholds in Nyanza (Luo heartland), with nearly 40 leaders—including former MPs and aspirants—switching allegiance or declaring interest.
Note: This is not an exhaustive or official UDA party list (as party primaries are pending and more registrations may occur), but it’s the detailed breakdown from credible sources amid UDA’s nationwide surge of over 12,353 aspirants. No Kisumu gubernatorial aspirants are listed, and the focus is on governor, woman representative, and MP seats (MCA details are not fully enumerated here).
Governor Aspirants in Nyanza
1. Nicholas Odero Gumbo “Wajonya” – Siaya County
2. Oduor Millicent Odhiambo – Siaya County
3. Ogutu Mark Matunga – Homa Bay County
4. Owidi Cavince Odoyo – Homa Bay County
5. Ochieng Pamela – Migori County
6. Ngao Joseph – Migori County
7. Marua Rebecca – Migori County
(That’s 7 listed, though reports mention up to 9 Luo leaders interested in gubernatorial seats across three counties—some details may vary or be additional unlisted names.)
Woman Representative Aspirants
8. Ndinda Grace – Homa Bay County
9. Tabitha Nyandiek – Homa Bay County
MP Aspirants (National Assembly)
– Thomas Andiwo – Bondo Constituency, Siaya
– Oyugi Frederick – Ugunja Constituency, Siaya
– Thomas Nyamori – Kisumu Central, Kisumu
– Ayugi George – Kisumu East, Kisumu
– Ogendo Richard – Kisumu East, Kisumu
– Collins Ochieng’ – Nyakach, Kisumu
– Onyango Paulines Ochieng’ – Nyakach, Kisumu
– Weda Ambrose – Seme, Kisumu
– Ogindo Martin – Homa Bay Town, Homa Bay
– Odemba Carilus – Karachuonyo, Homa Bay
– Obuya Kennedy – Karachuonyo, Homa Bay
– **Philip Aroko** – Kasipul, Homa Bay
– Vickins Bondo – Kasipul, Homa Bay
– Ocholla Stephen – Suba North, Homa Bay
– Silas Jakakimba – Suba North, Homa Bay
– Opiyo Jared (former MP) – Awendo, Migori
– Isca Oluoch – Awendo, Migori
– Edith Anyanga (former MP) – Nyatike, Migori
– Dula Shilton – Nyatike, Migori
– Okello Dorothy Atieno – Rongo, Migori
– Ojwang Hillary – Rongo, Migori
– Zatta John Barasa – Rongo, Migori
– Kihali Andago – Suna East, Migori
– Awuor Oranga Nancy – Suna East, Migori
– Ojwang Kikuno Fredrick – Suna West, Migori
– Eugene Evelyne Auma – Uriri, Migori
– Kennedy Kisia – Uriri, Migori
Notable Highlight: Former Nairobi Governor Evans Odhiambo Kidero (originally linked to Nyanza roots) is among prominent figures eyeing a UDA ticket—to reclaim the Nairobi gubernatorial seat—though not Nyanza-specific.
This migration signals UDA’s momentum in Nyanza, fueled by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s updates on massive registrations and Ruto’s outreach. As coalitions (like potential UDA-ODM talks) evolve, these aspirants could reshape the political landscape in the region ahead of 2027 primaries. Stay tuned for official UDA updates!
