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Originally published by Kenyanstop
November 13, 2025
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ODM@20: Meet Jane Wangui, Woman Who Birthed Raila's Party
Wangui recalled a crucial conversation with Raila in 2005 which proved crucial in the direction which ODM would take...
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As the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) celebrates its 20th anniversary, Jane Wangui, current Nairobi County Chief Officer for Markets and Trade, is being recognized for her crucial role in the party's formation. Unbeknownst to many, Wangui, with lawyer Mugambi Imanyara, legally registered ODM in 2005, laying the groundwork for its future.
- Wangui initially served as Secretary General of the newly registered party.
- She later surrendered her role in the party to Raila Odinga, allowing Professor Anyang’ Nyong’o to become Secretary General following a pivotal conversation with Odinga.
- This act was crucial, as it legally established the political entity that played a significant role in Kenya's political landscape, particularly in the fight for constitutional reforms and devolution.
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