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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, September 2, 2026ODM Faces Internal Divisions Over Nairobi Gubernatorial Candidate - September 2026
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ODM Faces Internal Divisions Over Nairobi Gubernatorial Candidate - September 2026

The Orange Democratic Movement faces internal divisions over its Nairobi governorship candidate, with several MPs publicly endorsing Babu Owino despite the party's Nairobi chairman George Aladwa also declaring his bid. Separately, Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has issued a three-day ultimatum to President William Ruto to take action against allies making inflammatory remarks, threatening to withdraw her support otherwise. Additionally, Members of Parliament have ordered a halt to the construction of multi-million youth empowerment centres across the country due to concerns over value for money.

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ODM headache in the city as MPs publicly back Babu Owino

ODM headache in the city as MPs publicly back Babu Owino

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) faces internal divisions over its Nairobi governorship candidate, with several MPs publicly endorsing Babu Owino, despite the party's Nairobi chairman, George Aladwa, also declaring his bid.

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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) faces internal divisions over its Nairobi governorship candidate, with several MPs publicly endorsing Babu Owino, despite the party's Nairobi chairman, George Aladwa, also declaring his bid.

  • Key figures like Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang’ and Awendo MP Walter Owino have publicly backed Babu Owino.
  • The endorsement of Babu Owino is seen as a challenge to the party's leadership and potential alliances, including the possibility of Governor Johnson Sakaja seeking an ODM ticket.
  • Babu Owino himself has questioned why ODM would consider giving the ticket to Sakaja, citing his past political allegiances.
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Wamuchomba gives Ruto 3 days to act or lose support over allies' hate speech remarks

Wamuchomba gives Ruto 3 days to act or lose support over allies' hate speech remarks

Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has issued a three-day ultimatum to President William Ruto to take action against allies making inflammatory remarks, threatening to withdraw her support otherwise.

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Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has issued a three-day ultimatum to President William Ruto to take action against allies making inflammatory remarks, threatening to withdraw her support otherwise.

  • Wamuchomba is demanding action against certain allies of President Ruto.
  • The Githunguri MP has stated she will reconsider her support for the President if no action is taken.
  • The ultimatum highlights concerns over hate speech and inflammatory remarks made by political figures.
Wednesday 12:00 AMStandard Politics

MPs halt construction of multi-million youth empowerment centres

MPs halt construction of multi-million youth empowerment centres

Members of Parliament have ordered a halt to the construction of multi-million youth empowerment centres across the country due to concerns over value for money.

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Members of Parliament have ordered a halt to the construction of multi-million youth empowerment centres across the country due to concerns over value for money.

  • The decision by MPs follows revelations of questionable expenditure on the government projects.
  • The Parliamentarians are demanding accountability for the funds allocated.
  • This directive highlights a significant concern regarding the efficiency and effectiveness of public spending on youth initiatives.
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