Kenya Politics & Government3 stories
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is facing an imminent split and escalating infighting, reportedly fueled by the memorial service for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Amid these tensions, party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has dismissed claims that the party is being "auctioned" to President William Ruto. He affirmed that the ODM constitution designates the party leader as the automatic presidential candidate and declared his intention to run in 2027. Concurrently, the party's internal challenges are visible at the county level, where Siaya Governor James Orengo is facing a growing political rebellion. Elected leaders in his county, who previously supported him, now accuse him of poor service delivery, dwindling popularity, and threaten his 2027 re-election bid.
