Oburu takes ODM helm, Osotsi axed
Simba Arati and Abdulswamad Nassir installed as official deputy party leaders...
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) held a Special Delegates Convention on Friday, March 27, 2026, resulting in a significant leadership reshuffle.
- Oburu Oginga was ratified as the official party leader.
- Gladys Wanga was appointed chairperson.
- Simba Arati and Abdulswamad Nassir were named deputy party leaders.
- Notably, Osotsi was axed in a purge of the SDC.
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Oburu Takes ODM Helm, Osotsi Axed in Party Reshuffle - March 2026
The Orange Democratic Movement held a Special Delegates Convention on Friday, March 27, 2026, resulting in a significant leadership reshuffle. Oburu Oginga took ODM leadership at the convention. Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was removed as deputy party leader during the convention. ODM stated that its support for the ruling UDA in ongoing talks is contingent on their key demand: electoral zoning for the 2027 polls. The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal halted the planned removal of Edwin Sifuna as ODM's Secretary-General.
















