Oburu: We will not remove anyone from ODM party
Addressing a rally at Kamukunji grounds in Kibra, Nairobi, on Wednesday, ODM leader Oburu Oginga said the focus is to solidify the party ahead of the 2027 elections...
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader, Oburu Oginga, has announced that his leadership will not remove members from the party, emphasizing a focus on strengthening internal unity ahead of the 2027 elections. This declaration comes amidst internal tensions regarding potential coalition talks with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party.
- Oburu Oginga stated, "We don't have any intention of removing or expelling anyone from the party. If anyone wants to quit, let them leave by themselves."
- The ODM Central Committee has decided to pursue coalition talks with UDA, prompting a rally in Kibra to ratify this decision among party members.
- Two factions have emerged within ODM: one led by Dr. Oburu favoring broad-based administration and another led by Secretary General Edwin Sifuna opposing rapprochement with President William Ruto's government.
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