Raila’s ‘dying wish’: ODM must remain united
BONDO, Siaya County, Oct 19 — Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga has called for unity within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), saying it was her - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The death of Raila Odinga has prompted renewed calls for unity within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, with his sister, Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga, revealing that party unity was his "dying wish." This comes as the ODM faces potential rifts and a succession debate ahead of the 2027 General Election.
- Ruth Odinga stated that Raila Odinga, the veteran opposition leader, emphasized a need for ODM unity shortly before his death.
- The ODM currently has a working relationship with President William Ruto's government, an arrangement criticized by some members including Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and Siaya Governor James Orengo.
- Raila Odinga, 80, died of cardiac arrest in Kochi, India, leaving the party at a crossroads regarding its future and legacy.
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ODM Faces Succession Battle as Leaders Call for Party Unity - October 2025
The death of Raila Odinga has triggered a battle for succession within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. Raila Odinga's sister, Ruth Odinga, has warned against emerging factions within the party, revealing that party unity was her brother's "dying wish." She made the remarks during the burial ceremony at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) in Bondo. This call for unity comes as the ODM faces potential rifts ahead of the 2027 General Election. Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna also declared his commitment to unifying the party to preserve what he terms as Raila's legacy.
