MP Reveals Ruto-Raila Plan to Change Constitution
United Democratic Alliance (UDA) nominated MP Jackson Kosgei, who represents Persons with Disabilities and Special Interest Groups, has confirmed that leaders from both UDA and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are exploring possible constitutional amendments.
Speaking during a radio interview on Tuesday, Kosgei revealed that ongoing talks between the two parties could result in major changes to Kenya’s governance system, especially within the executive.
When asked whether Kenyans should prepare for constitutional amendments once the dialogue ends, Kosgei replied:
“Absolutely yes, we are considering changes, including the possibility of a referendum.”
The legislator explained that such amendments are not new in Kenya, noting that past National Assemblies have also debated similar proposals. He pointed out that leaders are rethinking the country’s governance model, questioning whether Kenya should remain with a pure presidential system or consider a parliamentary system or a hybrid structure similar to the proposals in the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI).
Kosgei further disclosed that the talks also cover devolution laws. Leaders are reviewing whether counties should receive increased funding or if adjustments should be made to streamline devolution.
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“We want to ensure every county gets enough resources during budget allocations. These changes are necessary and under consideration,” he said.
On Monday, UDA and ODM MPs held their first-ever joint parliamentary group meeting, where they resolved to fast-track the implementation of the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report and the 10-point agenda signed earlier this year. The move signals a rare political truce between the rival parties and a joint commitment to reforms.
Meanwhile, allies of President William Ruto have repeatedly pushed for constitutional changes, including calls to extend the presidential term limit. Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has been at the forefront of the campaign, backed by several UDA leaders.
This is not the first time Kenya has faced a push for constitutional amendments. In 2020, former President Uhuru Kenyatta and ODM leader Raila Odinga attempted to introduce changes through the BBI, which proposed expanding the executive, creating new constituencies, and reforming the judiciary. However, the courts later declared the initiative unconstitutional.
MP Reveals Ruto-Raila Plan to Change Constitution
