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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Central Committee met in Vipingo, Kilifi County, and decided to initiate pre-election coalition talks with various parties, including President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA), for the August 2027 elections. The major political party appears to be facing an internal crisis following the key meeting in Kilifi on Monday. Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna and Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah were conspicuously absent from the gathering. These absences have fueled speculation of a significant split within the party as it inches closer to a potential pact with UDA.
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is facing a potential split following a key meeting in Kilifi where Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna and Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah were conspicuously absent. This absence comes amidst indications that a pre-election coalition with UDA might be on the horizon.
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Central Committee met in Vipingo, Kilifi County, deciding to initiate pre-election coalition talks with various parties, notably President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA), for the August 2027 elections. This move comes amidst internal party divisions regarding potential alliances.
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), a major political party in Kenya, appears to be facing an internal crisis following a key meeting in Kilifi on Monday. Two top officials reportedly skipped the gathering, fueling speculation of a significant split within the party.
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