The UDA–ODM Parliamentary Group has decided to extend the Oversight Committee’s mandate by 60 days. This extra time allows the committee to finish pending tasks related to the 10-point cooperation agenda between the two parties.
During the joint meeting on Tuesday, Suna East MP and National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed explained that the extension helps the committee conclude matters tied to the memorandum of understanding.
“The meeting resolved to extend the mandate of the Oversight Committee by 60 days to enable it to finalize outstanding matters arising from the implementation of the agenda,” Junet said.
The committee’s original mandate expired on March 7, 2026. However, ODM officials clarified that this date only marked the first anniversary of the cooperation deal with the United Democratic Alliance, not the end of the actual agreement.
The joint parliamentary group noted with satisfaction that they have already implemented about 80% of their agreed commitments. The partnership between UDA and ODM centers on a 10-point agenda rooted in the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) recommendations. This roadmap tackles national priorities like electoral reforms, the cost of living, governance, and economic stability.
Lawmakers observed that the collaboration has brought much-needed political stability. They noted that this environment helps the government roll out programs that expand economic opportunities for young people and strengthen overall economic management.
The group pointed to several successes, including a more stable economy and a lower cost of living due to falling inflation. Other achievements include the ongoing fertilizer subsidy program, broader healthcare coverage through the Social Health Authority (SHA), tougher anti-corruption measures, and the restart of stalled road projects funded by the road maintenance levy.
The meeting also agreed to set up a joint technical committee, where each party will nominate four members while their respective executive directors act as joint secretaries.
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah explained the committee’s role:
“The committee will develop the shared policy agenda and priorities of the two parties, which will inform the work of a coalition framework to be considered later in the year. This is the technical committee that will develop the issues that pertain to the public and the two parties and lay the ground for what issues the negotiation committee will discuss.”
The joint parliamentary group reaffirmed its dedication to working together for the national interest. They pledged to continue pushing for reforms that strengthen Kenya’s democracy, stabilize the economy, and improve the lives of citizens. Additionally, the group resolved to adopt all resolutions passed by the official organs of both parties.
On the subject of broader judicial reforms, President Ruto highlighted the swearing-in of 11 new judges, the delivery of vehicles to help judges move more easily, and the expansion of digital filing systems throughout the country.
“These initiatives are not simply to fulfill the 10-point agenda; they reflect our commitment to strengthening institutions and the rule of law,” he said.
The president also called on Parliament to speed up pending laws tied to the UDA–ODM 10-point agenda, pointing out that procedural delays have slowed down their progress. Additionally, he announced that the oversight committee will receive a 60-day extension and proposed a broad-based parliamentary mediation committee, which the meeting members approved.
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