Following the death of Raila Odinga, People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua has urged Kenyans to move beyond personality-based politics and embrace issue-driven leadership, calling for the opposition to redefine itself. Her remarks come amidst political uncertainty and rising tensions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).

• Martha Karua, a former justice minister and 2022 presidential running mate, made her comments on Spice FM on October 21.
• The death of Raila Odinga on October 15 has caused internal divisions within ODM regarding its future direction.
• ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna rejected aligning with President William Ruto’s administration, while Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga expressed openness to working with Ruto.
• President Ruto pledged to uphold Odinga's legacy by ensuring a “strong and vibrant opposition.”

Kilifi ODM leaders have pledged to secure a victory in the upcoming Magarini by-election on November 27 to honor the legacy of their late party leader, Raila Odinga, who passed away on October 19, 2025. This win is intended to reaffirm the party's dominance in the county, where it historically captured over 80 percent of elective seats.

• Joseph Chilumo, ODM's Kilifi County Deputy Leader, dismissed claims of the party's fading influence following Odinga's death.
• The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has cleared 10 candidates for the by-election.
• ODM has issued a direct nomination to former MP Harrison Kombe, and both the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi's Pamoja African Alliance (PAA) are backing his candidacy.

The Odinga political dynasty, a dominant force in Luo Nyanza for over five decades, is facing questions about its future. This enduring empire has consistently recovered from challenges to its longevity.

• Former President Uhuru Kenyatta was pictured at the graveside of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga at Opoda Farm, Kang’o ka Jaramogi, Bondo, Siaya County on October 20, 2025.
• The Odinga family has maintained significant political influence in the region for more than 50 years.
• The article suggests the dynasty has a history of resilience, consistently bouncing back when its future seemed uncertain.