Raila dream betrayed: Leaders party as ODM faces implosion
The flowery messages posted by ODM leaders to celebrate Raila’s birthday stand in stark contrast to what is happening in his once-celebrated party, now tottering on the brink of self-destruction...
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Despite public displays of unity and nostalgic birthday wishes for ODM leader Raila Odinga’s 81st birthday, the party is reportedly facing internal strife and potential collapse. The celebration in Kilifi on January 7, 2026, masked significant turmoil within the political outfit.
- Raila Odinga’s 81st birthday celebrated in Kilifi on January 7, 2026.
- The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is described as "tottering on the brink of self-destruction."
- Party leaders posted "flowery and nostalgic birthday messages and videos" for Raila Odinga.
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ODM Faces Internal Strife, Leadership Concerns, and a Faltering Ouster Attempt - January 2026
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party is reportedly experiencing significant internal strife, infighting, and disunity among its senior leadership. Public displays of unity, such as the celebration for leader Raila Odinga’s 81st birthday in Kilifi on January 7, 2026, are said to have masked deep turmoil that has the party on the verge of self-destruction. Concerns have been raised about the leadership capabilities of current party leader Oburu Oginga. In a separate development, an attempt to oust Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has reportedly lost momentum amid intensifying calls for dialogue. Senate Minority Leader Stewart Madzayo has advocated for dialogue to resolve the internal disputes, which he warned could harm the party ahead of the 2027 elections. Meanwhile, lifelong ODM member Saitabao Ole Kanchory claims President William Ruto is actively working to unify the party for his own political consolidation.
