Aladwa declares bid for Nairobi governor seat on ODM ticket

Makadara MP George Aladwa has officially declared his bid for the Nairobi governor’s seat in the 2027 elections, saying he will run on the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ticket. Speaking on Thursday, October 2, 2025, Aladwa said anyone eyeing the seat must do so through ODM, emphasizing that the party remains central to Nairobi politics. He expressed confidence in his ability to lead the capital, stating that leadership demands courage and service, even without universal approval.