Sifuna a no-show at crucial ODM meeting as party inches closer to UDA pact
ODM Central Committee tasks party leader Oburu Oginga to begin pre-election coalition talks with parties including UDA, to hold NDC as part of consultations...
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Central Committee met in Vipingo, Kilifi County, deciding to initiate pre-election coalition talks with various parties, notably President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA), for the August 2027 elections. This move comes amidst internal party divisions regarding potential alliances.
Party Leader Oburu Oginga is tasked with leading negotiations for a formidable formation.
ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna conspicuously missed the meeting, drawing criticism from fellow members.
Makadara MP George Aladwa stated, "Those in disagreement should leave the party," regarding the UDA pact.
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ODM Initiates Coalition Talks with UDA Amidst Internal Divisions - January 2026
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Central Committee met in Vipingo, Kilifi County, and decided to initiate pre-election coalition talks with various parties, including President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA), for the August 2027 elections. The major political party appears to be facing an internal crisis following the key meeting in Kilifi on Monday. Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna and Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah were conspicuously absent from the gathering. These absences have fueled speculation of a significant split within the party as it inches closer to a potential pact with UDA.
