The Azimio coalition begins the rebranding process and admits new parties and principals. That is Fred Matiangi, former governor Peter Munya, and former senator Lenny Kivuti to become the new council members," Omondi said. DAP Kenya party leader Eugene Wamalwa was present at the briefing and confirmed his party would undertake internal processes before formally returning. Azimio faces backlash over leadership changesMeanwhile, the appointment of Kalonzo as the new leader of the Azimio la Umoja Coalition in February 2026 sparked protests by affiliate parties. Azimio council had faced backlash and claims of secrecy after announcing new leadership in February 2026.