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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party is reportedly experiencing significant internal strife, infighting, and disunity among its senior leadership. Public displays of unity, such as the celebration for leader Raila Odinga’s 81st birthday in Kilifi on January 7, 2026, are said to have masked deep turmoil that has the party on the verge of self-destruction. Concerns have been raised about the leadership capabilities of current party leader Oburu Oginga. In a separate development, an attempt to oust Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has reportedly lost momentum amid intensifying calls for dialogue. Senate Minority Leader Stewart Madzayo has advocated for dialogue to resolve the internal disputes, which he warned could harm the party ahead of the 2027 elections. Meanwhile, lifelong ODM member Saitabao Ole Kanchory claims President William Ruto is actively working to unify the party for his own political consolidation.
Saitabao Ole Kanchory, a lifelong member of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and chief agent for the late Raila Odinga, claims that President William Ruto is actively working to unify the ODM amidst internal divisions. Kanchory suggests Ruto's aim is to consolidate political power ahead of the 2027 elections by seeking a united front with ODM members.
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Despite public displays of unity and nostalgic birthday wishes for ODM leader Raila Odinga’s 81st birthday, the party is reportedly facing internal strife and potential collapse. The celebration in Kilifi on January 7, 2026, masked significant turmoil within the political outfit.
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party is reportedly experiencing significant internal strife and bickering among its senior leaders, leading to concerns about the leadership capabilities of Oburu Oginga, the current party leader.
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The attempted removal of ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna is losing momentum as calls for dialogue intensify within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Senate Minority Leader and Kilifi Senator Stewart Madzayo warned that internal disputes could harm the party's standing ahead of the 2027 elections.
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party is reportedly experiencing significant internal strife and infighting among its senior leadership, raising concerns about the effectiveness of its leader, Oburu Oginga, to manage party affairs.
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Despite recent public birthday greetings for ODM leader Raila Odinga, his political party, ODM, is reportedly facing internal strife and disunity. The celebration of his 81st birthday comes amidst concerns that the party is on the verge of self-destruction.
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An attempt to oust Secretary General Edwin Sifuna from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has reportedly lost momentum. This development comes as Senate Minority Leader and Kilifi Senator Stewart Madzayo advocates for dialogue to resolve internal party disputes.
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