Rival ODM camps gear up for explosive Kisumu rally
Sunday’s rally comes amid deepening ODM divisions that have led to the emergence of a rival faction...
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Rival factions within the ODM party are set to hold an "explosive" Linda Mwananchi rally in Kisumu on Sunday, amid existing party divisions and internal conflicts.
- Key figures like Siaya Governor James Orengo, ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino are expected to attend, despite alleged attempts to sabotage the meeting.
- The rally is seen as a demonstration of political strength for the Linda Mwananchi faction, aiming to empower the Luo community.
- This event comes amidst a supremacy battle with the Linda Ground faction, led by Dr. Oburu Oginga, and follows a recent attack on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi in Kisumu.
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