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Originally published by Capital Newstop
September 27, 2025
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ODM support in Kisii crumbles as MPs plot exit after anniversary snub
Kitutu Chache MP Anthony Kibagendi said the boycott reflected ODM’s shrinking influence in Gusii and signaled a realignment of local politics. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is facing a significant challenge in Kisii, as all its MPs from the region boycotted the party’s 20th anniversary celebrations, signaling potential defections.
- Six MPs, including Anthony Kibagendi, Patrick Osero, and Daniel Manduku, snubbed the celebration at Gusii Stadium.
- The boycott highlights ODM’s dwindling influence in Kisii, with Anthony Kibagendi stating, “We didn’t want to show solidarity to a party that soon we are exiting.”
- Frustration over internal party decisions, such as leadership appointments, including the denial of the Minority Whip position to Kibagendi and a Cabinet Secretary role for Timothy Bosire, was cited as a major reason for dissatisfaction.
- The absence of ODM MPs comes as former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangi gains traction in Kisii politics, influencing local leaders.
- Only Governor Simba Arati and nominated MP Irine Mayaka attended the rally from Kisii’s senior ODM leaders.
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