Oburu Hints at Vying For Presidency in 2027 Elections
He noted that any working arrangement with UDA will depend on several factors, including the honouring of the 10-point working agenda and the memorandum of understanding signed between ODM and UDA...
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Oburu Oginga, leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, has indicated his potential presidential candidacy in the 2027 Kenyan elections if the party decides to run independently. A final decision on whether ODM will align with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) or field its own candidate is expected before the end of 2026.
- ODM's constitution designates the party leader as the automatic presidential candidate if the party goes solo.
- Oburu Oginga stated, "I am the presidential leader for ODM if ODM decides to go alone."
- The Siaya Senator cautioned other aspirants, noting the party's constitution gives him an "automatic edge."
- Decisions regarding alliances or a solo bid will be finalized before the end of 2026.
- Oburu dismissed claims of party division or that the party has been "sold," asserting that ODM is "too big to be sold."
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