Cracks within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are deepening as a section of youth in Nairobi, led by Brian Midiwo, has defended secretary general Edwin Sifuna against attacks from senior party figures. This comes after Sifuna's recent remarks on a premature pre-election pact with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party and questions regarding Oburu Oginga's rise in leadership.

• Brian Midiwo (ODM Nairobi Youth leader) defended Sifuna’s right to personal opinions, citing his service to the party since 2018.
• The youth group emphasized that attempts to intimidate Sifuna violate the party's democratic values, including freedom of speech, echoing Raila Odinga's fight for democracy.
• Vincent Aketch (National Chairman Youth For Kenya) called for space for young people while stressing respect for party institutions amid the disagreement.