Ex-CJ Maraga Declares 2027 Presidential Bid on United Green Movement (UGM) Party Ticket.
Last Updated on October 2, 2025 by Turkana County News Online
UPDATE: Former Chief Justice David Maraga has declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential race on a United Green Movement (UGM) Party ticket.
Maraga, who retired from the Judiciary in 2021 after serving as Kenya’s 14th Chief Justice, said his focus will be on strengthening and popularizing the UGM Party as a credible political force. He vowed to champion governance reforms, social justice, and inclusivity as part of his campaign agenda.
The former CJ’s entry into politics marks a significant shift from his judicial career, where he is remembered for leading the Supreme Court in the historic annulment of the 2017 presidential election.
His bid is expected to test whether Kenyans are ready to back a leader with a strong legal and judicial background but limited political experience.
