ODM Begins Exit from Azimio Coalition Amid Party Leadership Shake-Up
ODM accused its coalition partners of breaching the agreement that established the Azimio alliance, prompting the party to take steps to safeguard its independence. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has formally initiated its withdrawal from the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition, citing breaches of the coalition's deed of agreement by partner parties. This decision follows a period of internal strife and a leadership shake-up within the larger opposition alliance.
- The decision was announced on Wednesday after an ODM National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Mombasa.
- The NEC also resolved to remove Senator Edwin Sifuna from his Secretary General position immediately, with Catherine Omanyo serving as Acting Secretary General.
- A National Delegates Convention (NDC) will be convened in Nairobi on March 27, 2026, to discuss the party's future direction and prepare for upcoming elections.
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ODM Ousts Edwin Sifuna as Secretary General, Initiates Azimio Coalition Exit - February 2026
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has removed Edwin Sifuna from his position as Secretary General, a decision made by the party's National Executive Committee (NEC) on February 11. The NEC cited concerns over discipline and leadership conduct for his ouster. Busia Woman Representative, Catherine Omanyo, has been appointed as the Acting Secretary General to replace Sifuna. In the same NEC meeting, the party resolved to begin the formal process of withdrawing from the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition. The party cited breaches of the coalition's deed of agreement by partner parties as the reason for initiating its exit.
