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HomeDaily NewsMonday, January 5, 2026Feuds and Altercations Cause Divisions Within the ODM Party - January 2026
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Feuds and Altercations Cause Divisions Within the ODM Party - January 2026

A group of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) lawmakers is calling for urgent talks to address deepening party divisions caused by a public feud between Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and Minority Leader Junet Mohamed. Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei alleges that Sifuna faces imminent removal as both Senate Deputy Minority Whip and ODM Secretary General this week. In a separate incident involving ODM politicians, Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai denied drawing a gun on Embakasi East MP Babu Owino during an altercation. Alai offered a conflicting account of the incident, which contradicts Owino's claims of physical harm.

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ODM MPs Call for Urgent Talks Amid Deepening Junet–Sifuna Feud

ODM MPs Call for Urgent Talks Amid Deepening Junet–Sifuna Feud

A group of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) lawmakers is urging urgent internal talks to address deepening divisions within the party, sparked by a public feud between Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed.

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A group of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) lawmakers is urging urgent internal talks to address deepening divisions within the party, sparked by a public feud between Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed.

  • The lawmakers warn that unchecked public exchanges between Sifuna and Junet are harming ODM's public image and could lead to violence in 2027 elections.
  • Key persons involved include Rarieda MP Otiende Amolo, Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo, and ODM party leader Oburu Odinga.
  • The internal strife follows the death of ODM founder and leader Raila Odinga two months ago.
Monday 9:54 AMKenyansFirst

Alai Clarifies Pulling a Gun on Babu Owino

Alai Clarifies Pulling a Gun on Babu Owino

Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai has denied drawing a gun on Embakasi East MP Babu Owino during an altercation at a Nairobi restaurant, offering a conflicting account of the incident. This contradicts Owino's claims of physical harm and intimidation.

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Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai has denied drawing a gun on Embakasi East MP Babu Owino during an altercation at a Nairobi restaurant, offering a conflicting account of the incident. This contradicts Owino's claims of physical harm and intimidation.

  • Alai claims a person took his gun from his waist, but he did not brandish it.
  • The MCA challenged accusers to produce video evidence, while Owino alleged Alai poured water on him and struck him.
  • The incident is under investigation by the Kilimani Police Station, and Alai's firearm has been confiscated.
Monday 10:09 AMKenyans

ODM to Dewhip Sifuna, Senator Reveals

ODM to Dewhip Sifuna, Senator Reveals

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei alleges that Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna faces imminent removal as sowohl Senate Deputy Minority Whip and ODM Secretary General this week. This follows accusations of untrustworthiness due to past political actions and his stance against a broad-based government.

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Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei alleges that Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna faces imminent removal as sowohl Senate Deputy Minority Whip and ODM Secretary General this week. This follows accusations of untrustworthiness due to past political actions and his stance against a broad-based government.

  • Cherargei claims Sifuna voted to impeach the former Deputy President in 2024.
  • Sifuna has faced scrutiny from within ODM for questioning the party's loyalty amidst talks of aligning with President William Ruto's camp.
  • ODM Youth League Leader Kasmuel McOure stated that Sifuna's exit as Secretary General would not be a significant blow to the party.
  • Sifuna recently accused Suna East MP Junet Mohamed of benefiting from Uhuru Kenyatta's support while neglecting ODM during the 2022 general election.
  • Junet Mohamed refuted Sifuna’s accusations, claiming that funds for election agents were given to Uhuru Kenyatta's brother, Muhoho Kenyatta.
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