Internal tensions within Kenya's Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) have escalated following public disagreements between party leader Oburu Odinga and Secretary General Edwin Sifuna. The conflict deepened when Deputy Party Leader and Vihiga Senator Geoffrey Osotsi openly challenged Oburu's stance, emphasizing the need for proper party consultation on key decisions like fielding candidates for the 2027 elections.

• Osotsi warned that failing to field a presidential or deputy presidential candidate or entering a coalition with the ruling UDA could severely weaken ODM.
• Oburu Odinga previously rebuked Sifuna for allegedly confusing personal opinions with official party policy and creating divisions within the party.
• Sifuna has maintained he will not resign, insisting that only a delegates' conference could alter his position, and raised concerns about potential government influence on ODM's finances.