ODM Faces Revolt in Gusii as Party Secures Candidate for Ugunja By-Election - September 2025

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is facing a significant challenge in Gusii, as six MPs from the region boycotted the party's 20th-anniversary celebrations. This action from all its MPs in Kisii signals a potential revolt and possible defections before the 2027 elections. The party's support in the region is reportedly crumbling due to the snub. In a separate development, the ODM party held primaries for the Ugunja parliamentary by-election. Moses Omondi, the former Ugunja NG-CDF Manager, secured the party ticket for the race to succeed the current MP. Omondi's victory came despite dramatic events during the primaries, which included injuries and accusations of vote manipulation.