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...
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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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Oketch Salah Emerges as Influential Figure Within ODM Party - February 2026
A new political figure, Oketch Salah, is emerging and reportedly working to align the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) with President William Ruto's political agenda. Salah's actions, which include distributing cash, have caused division within the ODM leadership and its support base. This enigmatic aspirant gained prominence following Raila Odinga's death, despite claims from ODM insiders and Ida Odinga that they do not know him. However, Ida Odinga has acknowledged knowing Salah's father years ago, which adds a layer of mystery to his sudden appearance in the political landscape.
