Siaya Governor James Orengo has extended a warm welcome to President William Ruto in Siaya, just days after previously declining to engage with him, as political realignments intensify in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, Ruto visited Siaya to inaugurate various projects, including the groundbreaking ceremony
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ODM Row Deepens as Gladys Wanga Insists on Single NDC
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has declared that there will be a single National Delegates’ Conference (NDC) for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).During a press briefing at the party headquarters on Thursday, March 19, 2026, Wanga rejected the Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi faction's calls for a parallel NDC, asserting that
John Mbadi: Silent Majority Will Decide 2027 Election
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi asserts that the silent majority residing in towns and villages will ultimately shape Kenya’s political landscape, countering the influence of a vocal minority that dominates media discussions and street protests. In a post shared on his X account on February 20, 2026, Mbadi emphasized that,
Gachagua, Oburu Odinga Meet at Machakos Funeral
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua engaged in discussions with Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Oburu Odinga in Machakos, gathering at the home of Senator Agnes Kavindu to express condolences following the death of her son, Moses Muthama.Kiambu Senator Karung’o Thang’wah, who accompanied Gachagua, shared photographs of the meeting on
Lugari MP Warns Oburu: Kakamega Loyalty Must Be Earned, Not Inherited
Lugari Member of Parliament (MP) Nabii Nabwera has issued a clear warning to Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Oburu Odinga: the loyalty that the people of Kakamega held for the late Raila Odinga cannot simply be transferred. During the disbursement of the Uwezo Fund in Shinyalu Constituency on January
Gakuya to ODM: Join United Opposition Against Ruto’s 2027 Bid
Embakasi North MP James Gakuya has articulated the necessity for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to collaborate with the United Opposition in preparation for the 2027 General Elections.During the Vitu Kwa Ground YouTube podcast on January 17, 2025, Gakuya urged the ODM to unify with the United Opposition to establish
Babu Rejects Oburu’s ODM Leadership, Demands NDC
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino opposes Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga's continued leadership of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) as he advocates for a leadership change within the party.In a recent interview, Owino reiterated his call for a complete overhaul of ODM’s leadership structure and urged the convening of a National
ODM Approves UDA Coalition Talks in Kilifi Amid Internal Party Rift
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
Millie Praises Sifuna’s Reconciliatory Tone at ODM Meeting
Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo described Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's behavior at a recent Orange Democratic Movement meeting. She said the party secretary-general acted in a fully reconciliatory way.She spoke in an interview on Sunday, January 11, 2026. This came two days after the meeting. It gathered some ODM leaders
ODM Power Struggle Deepens as Leaders Move to Oust Sifuna
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