Dr. Oburu Oginga, acting party leader for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), is intensifying efforts to unify the party. Speaking at a memorial service for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Migori County, Oburu called for party members to strengthen ODM through unity ahead of Kenya's 2027 General Election.

• Oburu Oginga emphasized that party unity is crucial for future bargaining power, urging supporters to register as both party members and voters.
• The event, held at Sony Sugar Green Stadium in Awendo Sub-County, was attended by key political figures including Migori Governor Ochilo Ayacko, ODM Chairperson Gladys Wanga, and National Assembly Minority leader Junet Mohammed.
• Governor Wanga affirmed the commitment to maintain a strong ODM, noting that the party is in a broad-based government until 2027 to fulfill a ten-point agenda.

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka paid a moving tribute at the grave of the late ODM leader Raila Odinga at Kang'o Kajaramogi, a visit that many hoped would symbolize national unity. However, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua missed the planned visit to Opoda on Thursday, deferring a highly anticipated homage to Raila's family.

• Kalonzo Musyoka laid a wreath at Raila Odinga's grave, a site envisioned to attract cross-political leaders.
• Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was notably absent from the planned visit to Opoda on Thursday.
• The visit was expected to be a statement of unity, especially given Raila's grave becoming a national symbol.

While many prominent politicians have visited the grave of the late ODM leader Raila Odinga in Bondo, Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is notably absent from the list. The most recent visit was by Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka, who paid his respects with allies at Kango Ka Jaramogi.

• Rigathi Gachagua is the only top politician, among those mentioned, who has not yet visited Raila Odinga's gravesite.
• Other notable visitors include Former President Uhuru Kenyatta, People’s Liberation Party's Martha Karua, and Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i.
• The grave is located at Opoda Farm in Bondo, Siaya County.