Inside heated NEC meet to remove Sifuna
There were fears that Sifuna's removal could earn him massive support in the western region, like the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua..
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party faced deep internal divisions during a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Mombasa, where a faction led by party leader Oburu Oginga announced the removal of Secretary General Edwin Sifuna.
- The removal of Edwin Sifuna had been anticipated.
- The decision was made during a heated NEC meeting at the Pride Inn Hotel Mombasa.
- The ouster proved to be a "herculean task" for the party.
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ODM National Executive Committee Removes Edwin Sifuna as Secretary-General - February 2026
The Orange Democratic Movement's (ODM) National Executive Committee (NEC) controversially removed Edwin Sifuna from his Secretary General position during a heated meeting in Mombasa County. A faction led by Oburu Oginga announced the removal, which was confirmed on Wednesday. The move followed Sifuna's public questioning of the party's talks with President William Ruto and his opposition to supporting Ruto's 2027 presidential bid. Busia Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo was appointed as the acting secretary-general to replace Sifuna, citing conduct issues and internal wrangles. Following his ouster, Sifuna announced he would address the media on Thursday, February 12.
