If I am The Problem, I Will Leave ODM - Ruto CS Declares
His remarks followed unity calls in the region, calls that took centre stage of the funeral, as several leaders called for the unity of the leaders from the area...
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Kenya's Co-operatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has declared his readiness to leave the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party to foster unity within the Western region. This statement was made during the recent funeral service of Cyrus Jirongo, where calls for regional political cohesion were prominent.
- Oparanya stated he would leave ODM if his departure facilitated the unity of the Luhya community.
- The declaration was made at the funeral service of Cyrus Jirongo on December 30, amidst widespread calls for unity among Western Kenya leaders.
- Leaders including former President Uhuru Kenyatta, Gideon Moi, and Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir echoed the importance of regional unity, suggesting it could significantly impact national politics.
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