Rebellion grows against Orengo in his backyard
A tough year awaits Siaya Governor James Orengo as he navigates political storms threatening his hold on power amid fallout with nearly all elected leaders from the devolved unit...
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Siaya Governor James Orengo is facing growing political rebellion from elected leaders in his own county, who accuse him of poor service delivery and dwindling popularity. This comes as key Members of Parliament, who previously supported his election, now criticize his performance and national political focus, threatening his 2027 re-election bid.
- MPs Samuel Atandi (Alego Usonga), Elisha Odhiambo (Gem), and David Ochieng (Ugenya) are leading the dissent.
- Critics claim Governor Orengo has "done nothing to show" since taking office and demand he prioritize local development over national politics.
- MP Atandi warned that ODM risks losing the Siaya seat if Orengo is given the gubernatorial ticket for the next election.
- David Ochieng, who plans to challenge Orengo in 2027, highlighted "pathetic" roads and a lack of drugs in hospitals, stating there are "no development project that our people have received."
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