Member of Parliament for Suba South Hon. Caroli Omondi has boldly accused Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga of orchestrating the recent violent clashes in the county, characterizing her public displays of sympathy for the victims as “crocodile tears.”During a televised interview on Wednesday evening, August 19, 2026, Omondi delivered a
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Homa Bay Tensions Rise as Sifuna’s Rally Faces Disruptions
Homa Bay experienced significant unrest on Sunday as the Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi movement arrived to promote their 2027 campaign. The event was marked by increased political tension and attempts to disrupt the meetings, which commenced in Nyandiwa, Suba South constituency. This initiative, featuring prominent figures such as Nairobi Senator
Oburu Declares Nyanza an ODM Stronghold, Rejects UDA
Oburu Odinga, the Leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party and Siaya Senator, has heightened the political tension between ODM and UDA. He firmly stated that Nyanza is an exclusive ODM stronghold, emphasizing that the ruling party has no place in the region amid ongoing discussions about the Deputy
Atandi Pushes Nyanza to Back ODM-Ruto Deal
Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi encourages Nyanza residents to unite behind the collaboration between the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and President William Ruto ahead of the upcoming ODM convention in Kisumu.During an ODM youth meeting at Tom Mboya Labour College in Kisumu on May 23, 2026, Atandi emphasized the importance
James Gakuya Backs Edwin Sifuna in ODM Succession Debate
Embakasi North Member of Parliament James Gakuya has highlighted Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's emerging role in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) succession debate, emphasizing Sifuna's growing significance in the party's future leadership.In a televised interview on a local station on May 11, 2026, Gakuya noted that Sifuna's increasing influence within
Ruto’s 2027 Deputy President Pick Sparks ODM–UDA Power Struggle
The race for the deputy president position is quickly becoming a pivotal element in President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election strategy as coalition discussions gain momentum and political alliances begin to solidify.What was once viewed primarily as a constitutional formality has transformed into a crucial aspect of coalition-building, regional representation, and
Osotsi Slams Wanga as Homa Bay ODM Rift Deepens
Senator Godfrey Osotsi, the Deputy Party Leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), has openly criticized Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga for allegedly marginalizing party members personally introduced to ODM by Raila Odinga. In a post on X dated February 26, 2026, Osotsi stated, “Hon @gladyswanga is undermining and opposing
Manyora: Ruto Used UNEP Appointment to Weaken Ida Odinga’s Influence
Political analyst Herman Manyora has articulated how President William Ruto strategically diminished the influence of Ida Odinga, the spouse of the late Raila Odinga, by appointing her as the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Representative to Kenya.During his daily analysis on Tuesday, February 11, 2026, Manyora critiqued this decision, suggesting
Oburu Odinga: ODM to Team Up With Ruto’s UDA Beyond 2027
Oburu Oginga, leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), stated that his party will join forces with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) starting in 2027 and continuing after. He said the planned coalition will hand ODM a larger role.Oburu made these comments at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of
Oburu Odinga Dismisses Claims of Sifuna’s Expulsion from ODM
The newly ppointed Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Oburu Odinga has denied claims that the Nairobi Senator and ODM’s Secretary General, Edwin Sifuna, will be expelled from the Orange Party.In an interview with a local TV station on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, the Siaya senator stated that the SG is