Registrar of Political Parties Clears Mike Sonko’s NEDP, Paving Way for Political Comeback

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Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko officially received the certificate of registration for his newly formed party, the National Economic Development Party (NEDP). The handover took place at the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) headquarters at Lion Place, Westlands, Nairobi—marking a significant step in what many view as Sonko’s steady return to frontline politics.

Accompanied by senior party officials and an enthusiastic crowd of supporters, Sonko arrived at the ORPP offices shortly before the ceremony. The Registrar formally presented him with the certificate, confirming that NEDP had successfully met all the legal and administrative requirements under the Political Parties Act.

The approval now positions NEDP as a legally recognized political entity, granting it the rights and privileges to participate in Kenya’s political affairs. For Sonko, the milestone represents more than a procedural victory—it signals a revitalized political journey ahead of the 2027 general elections.

“This is a new beginning,” Sonko remarked after receiving the certificate, addressing supporters who had gathered outside the building. “NEDP will be a platform for real change, and we are ready to engage Kenyans from all walks of life as we build towards 2027.”

Political observers note that the registration gives Sonko an independent vehicle from which to relaunch his ambitions after years of political turbulence. With the new party, he is expected to reorganize his base, re-energize his supporters, and re-enter national debates with renewed momentum.

NEDP was among several parties recently submitted to the ORPP for approval, including the People Centred Party (PEC) and the United Super Alliance Party (USAP). With its successful registration, the party now begins the work of laying structures across the country, recruiting members, and outlining its policy agenda.

As 2027 draws closer, Sonko’s next moves will be closely watched—not just by his supporters, but by Kenya’s broader political class—for signs of how the newly minted NEDP will reshape upcoming political dynamics.

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