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February 7, 2026
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Latest Mr Fix-it: Oketch Salah ruffles, rattles, but on whose behalf?

Latest Mr Fix-it: Oketch Salah ruffles, rattles, but on whose behalf?

Oketch Salah has the skills and ability that few in ODM have, and has positioned himself as a key political player that cannot be wished away just yet...

✨ Key Highlights

Oketch Salah has emerged as a new political figure, reportedly working to align the ODM party with President William Ruto's political agenda.

  • Oketch Salah is described as a "political marksman" driving President Ruto's reelection efforts within the ODM, causing unease among ODM's leadership.
  • He is seen by some ODM insiders as a discreet architect moving the party towards Ruto's camp.
  • Salah reportedly distributes "bundles of cash," baffling some supporters while pleasing others, and is considered a vital asset by Ruto's operatives.

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