A fierce political rivalry within ODM is unfolding between the Sifuna-Babu faction and Oburu Oginga. ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino held a significant rally in Kakamega that drew a large organic crowd, demonstrating a new political force. Meanwhile, Oburu Oginga (brother of East African Legislative Assembly MP Oburu Odinga) criticized Sifuna and is actively rallying support for President Ruto in Siaya County. The rally was disrupted by teargas on February 21, 2026.