ODM hungry for power as it seeks coalition with UDA ahead of 2027
ODM is seeking an early coalition with UDA party ahead of 2027, prioritizing power over opposition identity...
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Kenya's Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is proactively seeking a pre-election coalition with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) for the 2027 General Election, signaling a strategic shift towards securing power early.
- ODM's Central Committee approved structured negotiations with UDA on Monday in Kilifi County.
- Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga will lead the coalition talks with UDA.
- UDA's National Executive Council (NEC) is set to meet on Wednesday to consider the proposal.
- This move continues ODM's history of engaging in coalition politics, with previous power-sharing arrangements in 2008, 2018, and 2024.
- Internal divisions exist within ODM, with figures like Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna opposing the coalition and emphasizing a National Delegates Convention (NDC) for major decisions.
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