Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga has formally taken over as the Party Leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), following the passing of his brother, Raila Odinga. Oburu was sworn in on Thursday, November 13, after his appointment was approved by the National Governing Council (NGC).

• Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir, Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, and Kisii Governor Simba Arati will serve as deputies.
• Other key appointments include Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga as Deputy Organising Secretary and Kisumu West MP Rosa Buyu as Political Affairs Secretary.
• The changes occur as ODM prepares to celebrate its 20th anniversary in Mombasa from Friday, November 14, to Sunday, November 16.

President William Ruto has begun a strategic campaign to consolidate support in areas traditionally loyal to the late ODM leader Raila Odinga, aiming to bolster his re-election prospects for 2027.

• Ruto’s efforts to court Raila’s former strongholds commenced nearly a month after Raila's death.
• Key regions targeted include Nyanza, Western, the Maa region, and the Coast.
• The move comes amid reports of internal rifts within the ODM party.

Following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, President William Ruto has launched a charm offensive targeting Odinga's traditional strongholds ahead of the 2027 general election.

• President Ruto is campaigning in regions previously considered Odinga's bastions.
• Key regions being targeted include Nyanza, Western, the Maa region, and the Coast regions.
• The initiative began nearly a month after Raila Odinga's passing.