Karua calls for Ruto’s departure as NARC Kenya adopts key reforms to NDC

Among the key decisions is the establishment of term limits for party officials, with negotiations underway to limit the term of the party leader to two terms of a certain length.

Party leader Martha Karua welcomed the NDC resolutions, stressing the importance of rebranding and planning for the 2027 general elections.

“I would like to thank the NDC for giving the leadership of NARC Kenya the mandate to rebrand the party with a view to 2027,” Karua said. As part of this rebranding effort, the party decided to change its official colors from green and red to purple and white.

The NDC also approved a nationwide membership recruitment drive to strengthen the party’s grassroots networks ahead of the next election cycle.

Karua expressed confidence in the party’s renewed energy, saying:

“We are gathered here to fight against social injustice compounded by high taxes entrenched in the Ruto administration. Basic necessities are being denied to Kenyans, and overtaxation is pillaging the pockets of Kenyans through the SHA/Shif. “

The relationship between NARC Kenya and the Azimio la Umoja coalition was a major topic of discussion at the conference.

Delegates decided to ratify the party’s exit from the coalition, following Karua’s official letter to Azimio signaling the party’s intention to withdraw.

“The NDC has given us a mandate to leave Azimio,” Karua said, adding that the move marks a crucial step in redefining the independence and direction of the party.

Karua used the platform to criticize the government on various issues, including the education system, which she described as being in crisis.

“The current funding model has left poor students vulnerable, and many of them are at risk of not completing their studies,” she said.

She also expressed concern over the state of Parliament, saying it is “under threat”, and chastised the Ruto administration for its failure to meet the needs of ordinary Kenyans.

In a scathing critique of Adani’s controversial port deal, Karua applauded the judiciary for its stance on the issue while condemning those defending it.

“I applaud the courts for the Adani settlement and strongly criticize those who speak on behalf of Adani,” she remarked. She reiterated her call for change, saying “Ruto must go” to restore Kenya’s prosperity and dignity.

Karua reminded delegates of this legacy and encouraged them to take decisive action for a better Kenya. “We are gathered here on this historic ground, once used to fight for justice, to stand once again against injustice and inequality,” she said.