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February 9, 2026
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ODM wrangles: Sifuna-backed faction attacks Oburu over UDA ties

ODM wrangles: Sifuna-backed faction attacks Oburu over UDA ties

A faction allied to ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna launched a scathing attack on party leader Oburu Oginga, accusing him of attempting to “auction” the party through a pact UDA...

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A faction within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), led by Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, has launched a strong attack against Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga. They accuse Oginga of attempting to "auction" the party through an early pact with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA).

  • The conflict stems from alleged attempts by Oburu Oginga to forge a pre-election agreement with UDA.
  • The accusing faction, backing Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, claims Oginga is also silencing dissenting voices within ODM.
  • Other notable figures present at a rally on February 8, 2026, included Siaya Governor James Orengo and Senator Godfrey Osotsi.

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