Nairobi, Kenya – Embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has secured a temporary reprieve after the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) halted attempts to remove him from office.
On February 11, 2026, ODM’s National Executive Committee (NEC) passed a resolution seeking to oust Sifuna from his powerful party position. However, the Tribunal has now stayed the implementation of that resolution, effectively freezing the process.
Tribunal Orders
The PPDT barred the respondents from publishing the NEC resolution in the Kenya Gazette, a critical step that would have formalized and effected Sifuna’s removal.
The orders will remain in force pending the hearing and determination of the application on an inter partes basis, meaning both sides will be heard before a final ruling is made.
Political Context
Sifuna’s removal had triggered intense debate within ODM ranks, with allies describing the move as irregular and politically motivated. By halting both the implementation and gazettement of the resolution, the Tribunal has effectively reinstated and protected Sifuna’s position at least temporarily.
The decision underscores the growing internal divisions within ODM, which has been grappling with leadership disputes since the passing of its founding leader, Raila Odinga, in October 2025.
What’s Next
The Tribunal’s intervention sets the stage for a high-stakes legal and political battle. As the case proceeds, ODM faces mounting pressure to resolve internal disputes while maintaining credibility ahead of the 2027 General Election.
For now, Sifuna remains in office, buoyed by the Tribunal’s orders, as the party braces for a prolonged struggle over its leadership and future direction.
