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March 27, 2026
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Linda Mwananchi faction accuses Ruto of meddling in ODM affairs

Linda Mwananchi faction accuses Ruto of meddling in ODM affairs

Babu Owino condemns police deployment, attempts to disrupt Linda Mwananchi meeting, terms ongoing ODM SDC illegal; Sifuna accuses Pres Ruto of orchestrating party takeover...

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A breakaway faction of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), calling itself Linda Mwananchi, has accused President William Ruto of interfering in opposition party affairs. The group held a parallel meeting at Ufungamano House while another ODM faction convened at Jamhuri grounds.

  • The Linda Mwananchi faction alleges that President Ruto is using police to disrupt their legitimate party meetings.
  • Key figures leading the Linda Mwananchi faction include Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Siaya Governor James Orengo.
  • The rival gatherings highlight deep divisions within the ODM over leadership and the party's direction, with the Linda Mwananchi group calling for fresh internal elections and opposing cooperation with the ruling UDA.

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