ODM on edge: NDC sparks rift amid legal challenge to March 27 meeting
The March 27 National Delegates Convention is turning into a trigger of yet another battle that could derail ODM’s 2027 plans...
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) faces internal division as a planned National Delegates Convention (NDC) on March 27 is challenged legally, potentially derailing the party's preparations for 2027.
- A legal complaint questions the validity of the NDC notice, arguing it was issued by the Deputy Secretary-General instead of the Secretary-General, as per the party constitution.
- Key figures involved include Oburu Oginga, the party leader, and his critics, including Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna and Siaya Governor James Orengo.
- Further legality concerns are raised regarding the delegate list, as grassroots elections in several counties and national elections for the ODM Women's League and ODM Disability League are reportedly incomplete.
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ODM Faces Internal Rifts Over National Delegates Convention - March 2026
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) faces internal division as a planned National Delegates Convention (NDC) on March 27 is challenged legally, potentially derailing the party's preparations for 2027. The Azimio coalition has undergone a significant shake-up, purging members perceived as dissidents and reconstituting its leadership councils. Separately, Martha Karua, leader of the People's Liberation Party (PLP), has blamed major political parties like the UDA and ODM for the stalled progress on Kenya's two-thirds gender rule.
