Inside plans for Oburu, Ruto CSs retreat to draw ODM 2027 plan
Retreat at Coast comes amid disquiet over Ruto party's alleged raid of ODM bases...
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party is holding a three-day retreat in Mombasa to strategize for the 2027 general election amidst growing internal divisions and fears of encroachment by President William Ruto’s UDA party.
- The retreat involves ODM Cabinet Secretaries, National Executive Committee members, governors, MPs, senators, and county assembly leaders.
- Key figures involved include Oburu Oginga (leading the Linda Ground faction) and Edwin Sifuna (leading the Linda Mwananchi faction).
- Some party members are boycotting the retreat, citing unresolved leadership issues and demanding reforms, including an inquest into the death of Raila Odinga.
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ODM Internal Rifts Deepen Ahead of 2027 - May 2026
The Orange Democratic Movement is experiencing significant internal divisions threatening its electoral prospects. A three-day retreat in Mombasa is underway to strategize for the 2027 general election amidst growing internal tensions and fears of encroachment by Ruto's UDA party. Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga faces significant political challenges threatening her leadership just a year after becoming the region's first female governor. Additionally, factions led by Dr. Oburu Oginga and Governor James Orengo are clashing over the party's direction, particularly regarding support for Ruto's re-election bid. Separately, Siaya Governor James Orengo was disrupted and forced to leave a funeral ceremony in Seme following heckling from youths.
