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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, January 28, 2026Divisions and Intimidation Claims Emerge Within ODM Following Odinga's Demise - January 2026
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Divisions and Intimidation Claims Emerge Within ODM Following Odinga's Demise - January 2026

Divisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) have resurfaced following the demise of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, sparking concerns about the party's future direction ahead of the next General Election. EALA MP Winnie Odinga has alleged that some members of ODM are facing intimidation for holding dissenting views on the new government arrangement. She claimed politicians are being de-whipped for appearing on political platforms with her. Odinga also stated that individuals are asked to declare support for the current regime to receive rewards like Teachers Service Commission slots. A separate public dispute erupted between Winnie Odinga and businessman Oketch Salah regarding the final moments of her father, after she challenged Salah's claims on Citizen TV.

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Wednesday 5:46 PMStandard Politics

Oketch Salah fires back after Winnie Odinga interview

Oketch Salah fires back after Winnie Odinga interview

A public dispute has erupted between Winnie Odinga and businessman Oketch Salah concerning the final moments of her father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The debate was sparked by Winnie Odinga's appearance on Citizen TV, where she challenged Salah's claims of being by her father's side during his last moments.

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A public dispute has erupted between Winnie Odinga and businessman Oketch Salah concerning the final moments of her father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The debate was sparked by Winnie Odinga's appearance on Citizen TV, where she challenged Salah's claims of being by her father's side during his last moments.

  • Winnie Odinga questioned the accuracy of Salah's account, stating it was "not accurate" and that sensitive family accounts "must be factual."
  • Oketch Salah responded, vowing to "publicly defend his account" and maintaining his version of events about being with Raila Odinga from the time he fell ill until his "final moments."
  • Salah described supporting Odinga through "intense pain," sometimes with only "one security officer" present, denying claims of disrespecting the Odinga family or seeking political relevance.
Tuesday 11:09 PMStandard PoliticsFirst

Winnie Odinga claims intimidation of dissenters within ODM

Winnie Odinga claims intimidation of dissenters within ODM

EALA MP Winnie Odinga has alleged that some members of ODM are facing intimidation for holding dissenting views on the emerging broad-based government arrangement. She claimed politicians are being de-whipped for appearing on political platforms with her, and that individuals are being asked to declare support for the current regime to receive rewards like Teachers Service Commission slots.

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EALA MP Winnie Odinga has alleged that some members of ODM are facing intimidation for holding dissenting views on the emerging broad-based government arrangement. She claimed politicians are being de-whipped for appearing on political platforms with her, and that individuals are being asked to declare support for the current regime to receive rewards like Teachers Service Commission slots.

  • Winnie Odinga dismissed claims of a family feud with acting party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga, stating family matters are discussed at home.
  • She urged ODM to "put its house in order" before forming any coalition agreements ahead of the 2027 General Election and called for a National Delegates Conference.
  • Winnie dismissed claims that her mother, Ida Odinga's, nomination as Kenya’s Permanent Representative to UNEP was a political reward, asserting her mother "deserves it" for her more than 40 years of advocacy for women's rights.
  • She called a man's claim about being present at her father’s death a "flat-out lie" and requested an investigation.
Wednesday 12:00 AMStandard Politics

ODM divisions rekindle memories of bitter ousters of top leaders

ODM divisions rekindle memories of bitter ousters of top leaders

Divisions within Kenya's Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party have resurfaced following the demise of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, sparking concerns about the party's future direction ahead of the next General Election. Despite the internal rifts, ODM leaders assert these differences are a reflection of democratic processes within the party.

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Divisions within Kenya's Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party have resurfaced following the demise of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, sparking concerns about the party's future direction ahead of the next General Election. Despite the internal rifts, ODM leaders assert these differences are a reflection of democratic processes within the party.

  • The dissent among ODM leaders centers on the party's strategic path for the upcoming General Election.
  • Key figure mentioned is former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, whose passing seems to have precipitated the internal divisions.
  • Secretary General Edwin Sifuna was present at a church service at Coast PAG church, Kawangware, Nairobi on January 25, 2026, amidst these reported divisions.
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