Chaos in Kitengela as police lob teargas to disperse Sifuna-led ODM rally
Police lob teargas canisters disrupting Kitengela rally attended by Edwin Sifuna-led ODM faction...
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Anti-riot police used teargas to disperse a political rally led by embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna in Kitengela, Kajiado County, on Sunday, February 15, 2026. The rally, organized by a faction of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) aligned with the Nairobi senator, descended into chaos as police intervened, leading to panic and disruption along Nairobi-Namanga Road.
- Sifuna's aides whisked him away as live bullets were reportedly heard during the dispersal.
- Sifuna had earlier declared he would not back down from criticizing President William Ruto's administration, accusing it of "frail leadership."
- The incident highlights deep internal divisions within ODM, especially following the death of Raila Odinga in October 2025 and differing views on engagement with the Ruto administration.
- The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) has halted changes to the ODM leadership, including the appointment of Catherine Omanyo as acting secretary general, pending resolution.
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Police Disperse Edwin Sifuna-led ODM Rally in Kitengela with Teargas - February 2026
A faction of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, led by embattled Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, was scheduled to hold a rally in Kitengela. On Sunday, February 15, 2026, anti-riot police used teargas to disperse this political rally in Kitengela, Kajiado County. The event descended into chaos, leading to panic and disruption along the Nairobi-Namanga Road. The rally occurred amid internal party strife, with ODM party leader Oburu Oginga stating that Sifuna had been relieved of his duties. Oburu affirmed that Busia Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo is the party's chosen Secretary General. This move was made despite the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) issuing an order blocking Sifuna's removal.
