Battle lines drawn as Oburu takes on Sifuna

ODM leader Oburu Oginga confronts SG Edwin Sifuna over his stance while defending a pre-election pact with President Ruto’s UDA...

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ODM party leader Oburu Oginga has publicly clashed with Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna over the party's direction and potential pre-election pacts with President William Ruto's UDA party. This public spat highlights growing internal divisions within ODM, with Oburu defending the proposed alliance while Sifuna and other perceived rebels question the party's leadership and financial dealings.

Oburu Oginga utilized a public statement to criticize Sifuna’s remarks, threatening disciplinary action against him.
The discord centers on the alleged premature negotiations with UDA and the source of funding for ODM's 'Linda Ground' rallies.
Ruth Odinga, Oburu's sister and Kisumu Woman Representative, has publicly supported Sifuna's concerns regarding party mismanagement and questionable funding.
An earlier attempt to initiate disciplinary proceedings against Sifuna in Migori was reportedly thwarted by Raila Odinga's widow, Ida Odinga.
Sifuna and his allies are planning a "Linda Mwanainchi Tour" in Busia, directly contrasting the "Linda Ground" rallies supported by Oburu.

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