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January 6, 2026
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Twist as Motion to Oust Sifuna is Withdrawn

Twist as Motion to Oust Sifuna is Withdrawn

The petition filed with the ODM party leader, Oburu Odinga, and copied to the party secretariat, had alleged that Sifuna repeatedly violated the party constitution and the Political Parties Act...

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The motion to remove ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna from his post has been withdrawn, granting him a temporary reprieve. Migori Senator Eddy Oketch rescinded his petition following consultations with ODM leadership.

  • Migori Senator Eddy Oketch withdrew the motion on Tuesday, January 6, after discussions with Party Leader Senator Dr. Oburu Oginga.
  • The decision was influenced by the late Party Leader Raila Odinga's preference for dialogue in resolving internal disputes.
  • Despite the withdrawal, Oketch's legal team stated that concerns against Sifuna regarding misconduct and indiscipline remain valid and will be addressed through internal ODM mechanisms per Article 16(1)(g) of the Party Constitution.
  • Previously, ODM's Director of Communication Philip Etale had indicated Sifuna would not be ousted, and Luhya community MPs, led by Kabuchai lawmaker Majimbo Kalasinga, threatened a mass exodus if he was removed.

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