The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal has halted the implementation of any disciplinary outcomes by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) regarding Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, who faces potential removal as Secretary-General.

• The tribunal ordered that any decision from ODM's internal disciplinary process shall not take effect pending the determination of Sifuna's complaint, preserving its adjudicatory authority.
• ODM accused Sifuna of misconduct, including engaging in unsanctioned political activities like the Linda Mwananchi initiative.
• Sifuna disputes the accusations and argues the process leading to his potential removal was unlawful and violated his right to a fair hearing.

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Siaya Governor James Orengo have accused the police and "hired goons" of targeting supporters of their ODM Linda Mwanachi faction in Kisumu.

• The alleged harassment began shortly after the group held a rally in Kisumu two weeks ago.
• The leaders spoke out after filing a complaint at the DCI Headquarters in Nairobi on May 6, 2026.
• They claim the actions are intended to intimidate and harass their supporters and mobilisers.

Faced with a legacy of flawed elections and declining candidate confidence, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced plans to overhaul its party primaries to ensure fairness and transparency.

• ODM acknowledged that past nominations, including the use of direct tickets and allegations of digital system manipulation in 2022, have "hurt the outfit's influence."
• Key figures involved include ODM Chairperson Gladys Wanga and Uriri MP Mark Nyamita, who emphasized the need for credible nominations for the party's survival, especially in the absence of its founding leader Raila Odinga.
• The party has resolved to rule out direct tickets and has tasked its National Elections and Coordinating Committee (NECC) with developing "fail-proof mechanisms" for free and fair primaries, including a verifiable digital voter register and a fast dispute resolution mechanism.

Speculation is rife regarding the whereabouts of ODM party leader Oburu Oginga, who has been notably absent from several key party events.

• Oburu Oginga, ODM party leader, missed the ODM retreat in Mombasa last weekend, as well as other recent party activities and public events since April 20.
• The absences have fueled rumors of illness, though Junet Mohammed, National Assembly Minority Leader, stated Oginga is in good health and recovering from a brief illness.
• Oginga was last seen at a political event on April 20 and was scheduled to open the Raila Odinga Hospital on April 27, but Gladys Wanga, ODM National Chairperson, attended the launch in his stead.