ODM party leader Oburu Oginga stated that the party has not revoked the membership of Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, despite relieving him of his duties. This decision stands even after the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) issued an order blocking Sifuna's removal, with Oburu affirming Busia Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo as the party's chosen Secretary General.

• Oburu Oginga insists Catherine Omanyo is the legitimate Secretary General.
• Sifuna's removal was due to "indiscipline," though he is still a party member.
• The case challenging Sifuna's ouster is scheduled for a mention on February 26.
• ODM plans a National Delegates Convention (NDC) to ratify leadership changes.

A faction of the ODM party, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, is scheduled to hold a rally today in Kitengela.

• The rally aims to increase pressure on President William Ruto's administration and its partners.
• The Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is leading this faction.
• The event is anticipated to be a significant political gathering.

A faction of the ODM party, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, is scheduled to hold a rally in Kitengela today.

• The rally aims to pressure President William Ruto's administration.
• Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is leading the faction.
• The rally revives the spirit of the 1990s Young Turks movement.

Anti-riot police used teargas to disperse a political rally led by embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna in Kitengela, Kajiado County, on Sunday, February 15, 2026. The rally, organized by a faction of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) aligned with the Nairobi senator, descended into chaos as police intervened, leading to panic and disruption along Nairobi-Namanga Road.

• Sifuna's aides whisked him away as live bullets were reportedly heard during the dispersal.
• Sifuna had earlier declared he would not back down from criticizing President William Ruto's administration, accusing it of "frail leadership."
• The incident highlights deep internal divisions within ODM, especially following the death of Raila Odinga in October 2025 and differing views on engagement with the Ruto administration.
• The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) has halted changes to the ODM leadership, including the appointment of Catherine Omanyo as acting secretary general, pending resolution.