Winnie Odinga claims intimidation of dissenters within ODM

Winnie called for the convening of an NDC to guide such coalition decisions...
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EALA MP Winnie Odinga has alleged that some members of ODM are facing intimidation for holding dissenting views on the emerging broad-based government arrangement. She claimed politicians are being de-whipped for appearing on political platforms with her, and that individuals are being asked to declare support for the current regime to receive rewards like Teachers Service Commission slots.
- Winnie Odinga dismissed claims of a family feud with acting party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga, stating family matters are discussed at home.
- She urged ODM to "put its house in order" before forming any coalition agreements ahead of the 2027 General Election and called for a National Delegates Conference.
- Winnie dismissed claims that her mother, Ida Odinga's, nomination as Kenya’s Permanent Representative to UNEP was a political reward, asserting her mother "deserves it" for her more than 40 years of advocacy for women's rights.
- She called a man's claim about being present at her father’s death a "flat-out lie" and requested an investigation.
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Divisions and Intimidation Claims Emerge Within ODM Following Odinga's Demise - January 2026
Divisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) have resurfaced following the demise of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, sparking concerns about the party's future direction ahead of the next General Election. EALA MP Winnie Odinga has alleged that some members of ODM are facing intimidation for holding dissenting views on the new government arrangement. She claimed politicians are being de-whipped for appearing on political platforms with her. Odinga also stated that individuals are asked to declare support for the current regime to receive rewards like Teachers Service Commission slots. A separate public dispute erupted between Winnie Odinga and businessman Oketch Salah regarding the final moments of her father, after she challenged Salah's claims on Citizen TV.











