Siaya Governor Orengo Urges ODM to Maintain Independence Amid Broad-Based Government Frictions

Siaya Governor James Orengo has criticized a section of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) members for aligning with President William Ruto’s administration under the so-called broad-based agreement, calling it a “cowardly” approach. Addressing the party’s youth convention in Mombasa on Friday, Orengo emphasized that it is President Ruto, not ODM, who…

Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka Open to Joining Jubilee Party Ahead of 2027 Elections

Kisii County Senator Richard Onyonka has indicated he is open to joining the Jubilee Party if invited by former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, highlighting the pragmatic approach guiding his political decisions. Speaking in an interview on Monday, November 10, 2025, Onyonka stressed that his party affiliation will be determined…

ODM Risks Fragmentation Along Regional Lines, Warns Mandera Deputy Governor Ali Maalim

Mandera Deputy Governor Ali Maalim has cautioned that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) faces an increasing threat of internal division and regional fragmentation following the death of its longtime leader, Raila Odinga. Speaking during an interview on a local television station on Thursday, Maalim said the vacuum left by Raila’s…

Oburu Odinga Backs Sifuna’s Leadership, Affirms ODM’s Unity After Raila’s Death

Siaya County Senator and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Oburu Odinga has thrown his full support behind Nairobi Senator and ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, affirming that Sifuna’s recent statements reflect the true position and direction of the party following the death of former party leader Raila Odinga. Speaking during…

Rigathi Gachagua Hails Raila Odinga’s Legacy, Urges Mt. Kenya to Learn from His Leadership Model

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has spoken candidly about the two key qualities he deeply admired in the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, describing him as a visionary leader who built one of Kenya’s most formidable political movements. Speaking during the Ngemi Cia Watho Association Festival in Gatanga Constituency,…

Gachagua Allies Pay Courtesy Visit to Acting ODM Leader Oburu Odinga Following Raila’s Passing

Allies of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, including Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang’wa and Nyandarua Senator John Methu, on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, paid an early morning courtesy visit to the home of Acting ODM Party Leader and Siaya Senator, Dr. Oburu Oginga Odinga. The senators were warmly received by…