Fresh challenges have emerged for Edwin Sifuna as internal party tensions continue. The UDP Acting Deputy Party Leader and Vice Chairman, Mohammed Abikar, has publicly denied claims that Sifuna and Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya are attempting to take over the party’s leadership. Abikar emphasized that no such arrangement exists, stating the leadership transition remains under official control. The situation adds complexity to Sifuna’s ambitions for the 2027 leadership bid. Reports suggest internal disagreements over party direction have intensified in recent weeks. Sifuna, a key political figure, faces growing pressure to navigate these challenges while maintaining his political standing. The denial from Abikar highlights ongoing disputes within the UDP, raising questions about the party’s stability ahead of the upcoming elections.