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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ODM Faces Revolt in Gusii as Party Secures Candidate for Ugunja By-Election - September 2025
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is facing a significant challenge in Gusii, as six MPs from the region boycotted the party's 20th-anniversary celebrations. This action from all its MPs in Kisii signals a potential revolt and possible defections before the 2027 elections. The party's support in the region is reportedly crumbling due to the snub. In a separate development, the ODM party held primaries for the Ugunja parliamentary by-election. Moses Omondi, the former Ugunja NG-CDF Manager, secured the party ticket for the race to succeed the current MP. Omondi's victory came despite dramatic events during the primaries, which included injuries and accusations of vote manipulation.
