Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Dr. Oburu Odinga has announced that the party will engage in negotiations with like-minded political formations as it prepares for the 2027 General Election, emphasizing that strategic coalitions are key to regaining power.
Speaking in Migori during the party’s Linda Ground Rally at Posta Grounds, Odinga revealed that he has been mandated by ODM to initiate talks with parties interested in forming the next government.
He added that the party is also exploring potential discussions with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) over a possible power-sharing arrangement, while assuring supporters that ODM’s 10-point agenda will be reviewed and fully implemented.
“ODM’s path to power lies in building alliances and ensuring that our 10-point agenda is implemented in full. We are open to discussions with any party that shares our vision for Kenya,” Odinga said.
At the rally, ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga reinforced the party’s readiness to form viable coalitions, warning that failure to implement the 10-point agenda could create political bottlenecks.
Other leaders present included Suna East MP Junet Mohamed and Narok Senator Ledama Ole Kina. Junet Mohamed signalled interest in the deputy president’s seat in any future coalition government.
ODM has scheduled a National Delegates Council (NDC) meeting on March 27 to review coalition progress and chart the party’s way forward.
Both Wanga and Odinga dismissed concerns that the party’s agenda or engagement with UDA could jeopardize Kenya’s broad-based government arrangement, insisting that ODM remains focused and united.
The rally in Migori highlighted ODM’s strategic approach to the 2027 elections, signaling a proactive push towards coalition-building while maintaining internal cohesion and commitment to its policy agenda.
