Meet Omanyo, Sifuna's replacement
She is a geography teacher who swapped chalk for politics. Her journey to ODM's top job is a testament to uncommon resilience...
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Catherine Omanyo, Busia Woman Representative and former deputy, has been appointed acting secretary-general of the ODM party, replacing Edwin Sifuna. She announced his immediate removal, effective Wednesday afternoon, citing conduct issues and internal wrangles within the party.
- Ms. Omanyo had previously run unsuccessfully for parliamentary seats three times in 2007, 2013, and 2017.
- She secured her current position as Busia County Woman Representative on an ODM Party ticket.
- Ms. Omanyo has built over 200 houses for widows in Busia County through the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF).
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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.
