From red carpet to hefty allowances: How State House bankrolled ODM's mega jamboree
An estimated Sh100 million was spent on the ODM SDC held on Friday at Jamhuri grounds in Nairobi...
✨ Key Highlights
Questions have been raised regarding the funding of the Orange Democratic Movement’s (ODM) Special National Delegates Convention held on March 27, 2026, at Jamhuri Grounds, Nairobi.
- An estimated Sh100 million was spent on the event.
- The primary organization involved is the ODM party, with Party Leader Oburu Oginga mentioned.
- This expenditure occurs despite the party's public statements of financial constraints for its activities.
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President Ruto's hand in millions splashed at ODM event - March 2026
The Orange Democratic Movement's Special National Delegates Convention held at Jamhuri Grounds in Nairobi on March 27, 2026, sparked questions after an estimated Sh100 million was reportedly spent, with questions raised regarding State House funding. A faction of ODM, now led by Oburu Oginga, has announced plans to negotiate with President William Ruto, signaling a potential political shift ahead of the 2027 polls. Meanwhile, the ODM Linda Mwananchi team successfully held its People's National Delegates Convention at Ufungamano House in Nairobi despite a significant police presence aimed at disrupting the event.
