ODM in turmoil: Sifuna and Oburu camps clash over the party's future
The fractures within ODM on Sunday morphed into a battle for control of the country’s most recognisable party as the two factions led separate rallies...
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is facing internal strife as two factions, led by Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna and Oburu Oginga, held separate rallies on Sunday, both advocating for a party "rebirth" ahead of the next General Election.
- The two dissenting groups held distinct rallies, indicating a clear division within the party.
- Oburu Oginga, identified as an ODM leader, addressed a rally at Tononoka grounds in Mombasa on February 15, 2026.
- Both factions are pushing for a "rebirth" of the party, signaling significant internal disagreement over its future direction.
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ODM Factions Clash and Hold Separate Rallies; Sifuna-led Rally Teargassed - February 2026
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is experiencing internal divisions, with two factions holding separate rallies on Sunday. The factions are reportedly led by Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna and Oburu Oginga, with both camps advocating for a party "rebirth" ahead of the next General Election. Amidst these divisions, police are facing condemnation after deploying teargas during a peaceful Linda Mwananchi rally in Kitengela Town, Kajiado County, on Sunday. The teargassed rally was led by Edwin Sifuna. An attempt to remove Sifuna from his secretary-general position has also reignited discussions about disunity within the party.
