Tag: Edwin Sifuna

ODM Approves UDA Coalition Talks in Kilifi Amid Internal Party Rift

by Chris Omondi -

On January 12, 2025, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Central Management Committee (CMC) convened in Vipingo, Kilifi, to discuss several significant matters.A key resolution from this meeting directed party leader Oburu Odinga to expedite the establishment of a formal pre-election coalition with other political entities, including the United Democratic Alliance

ODM Calls Coast Retreat to Resolve Infighting and UDA Ties

by Chris Omondi -

A top ODM party organ will retreat to the Coast on Monday for an important meeting. They aim to tackle recent infighting.ODM leader Oburu Oginga called the party's Central Management Committee to meet at a Kilifi hotel.The group plans to cover the fallout between top officials. They will also discuss

ODM Youth Leader McOure Vows to Push for Sifuna’s Removal

by Chris Omondi -

Kasmuel McOure of the Orange Democratic Movement plans to keep up his attacks on Secretary General Edwin Sifuna. He accuses Sifuna of going beyond his duties with his statements.On Friday, January 9, 2025, McOure spoke to a local radio station. He said he and the party's youth wing will push

ODM Power Struggle Deepens as Leaders Move to Oust Sifuna

by Chris Omondi -

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) faces fresh internal conflicts. A split has grown among its top leaders.Some party figures want to oust Secretary General Edwin Sifuna. They also call for his removal as Senate Minority Leader. Others caution against this step.These events reveal ongoing power fights inside the party.The issue

Lawyer Ndegwa Njiru Defends Sifuna Amid ODM Ouster Talks

by Chris Omondi -

Advocate Ndegwa Njiru defends Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. Sifuna serves as Orange Democratic Movement Secretary General. Party leaders push to remove him.Njiru posted on his X account early January 5, 2025. He said Sifuna keeps his Senate seat even if he joins United Opposition.Staying in ODM now harms Sifuna's chances,

Junet Denies Misusing ODM Agent Funds in 2022 Election

by Chris Omondi -

National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed denied claims that he mishandled funds for Orange Democratic Movement election agents in the 2022 General Election.He pointed the finger at people close to former President Uhuru Kenyatta.Junet issued a statement on Saturday. He replied to ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna. Sifuna had asked

Aladwa Proposes Winnie Odinga as ODM Deputy Party Leader

by Chris Omondi -

George Aladwa, the Makadara MP, suggests nominating Winnie Odinga as a Deputy Party Leader in the Orange Democratic Movement. She is the daughter of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.In a Saturday interview with a local media outlet on December 3, 2025, the frank MP pointed out that Raila

Fred Gumo Hosts ODM Leaders as Party Rift Over 2027 Widens

by Chris Omondi -

Fred Gumo, the former Westlands MP, met with some Orange Democratic Movement leaders. Edwin Sifuna, the party's secretary general, led the group. The talks took place at Gumo's home in Endebess, Trans Nzoia County.Others at the meeting included ODM Deputy Party Leader and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi. Saboti MP Caleb