Triumphant Entry: Anti-Ruto fury fuels ODM party battle as faction storms Kisumu
Linda Mwananchi faction staged a defiant rally in Kisumu, intensifying ODM's internal party divisions and a battle for control of its support base...
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The Linda Mwananchi faction of the ODM party made a significant entry into Kisumu, sparking renewed political fervor and drawing parallels to the legacy of Raila Odinga.
- The faction's arrival in Kisumu signifies a resurgence of resistance within the party.
- Key figures involved include Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Siaya Governor James Orengo.
- The event aims to revive memories and the spirit associated with the late ODM leader Raila Odinga.
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Linda Mwananchi Faction Vows to Field Presidential Candidate in 2027 - April 2026
The Linda Mwananchi faction of the ODM Party held a rally in Kisumu, signaling a clear divergence from the party's current leadership and vowing to field a presidential candidate in 2027. The faction made a significant return to Kisumu, evoking memories of the late Raila Odinga and a spirit of resistance. They assert that Oburu Oginga's leadership is unconstitutional and have criticized him for seizing power against the ODM party's constitution. Allies of President William Ruto have accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of financing opposition groups, specifically Linda Mwananchi and the United Opposition. ODM leaders in Kilifi County are defending their alliance with UDA while criticizing their rivals from the Linda Mwananchi movement.
