After the hero is gone: Raila, ODM and Oburu through the lens of Greek tragedy
Oburu has transitioned from a background figure to the "hilariously ungovernable" ODM leader...
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The article uses the lens of Greek tragedy to explore the current state of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) after the departure of its prominent leader, Raila Odinga. It focuses on his elder brother, Oburu Oginga, who has taken a more prominent role within the party.
- Oburu Oginga is described as having found a new, witty, and confident style, contrasting with his previous demeanor.
- The article draws parallels between Oburu's current position and characters like Creon in Sophocles' Antigone, who inherits leadership after a great hero.
- The piece highlights the challenge for Oburu in navigating expectations and commanding the same level of loyalty and connection with the masses that his brother Raila Odinga possessed.
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