Orengo Defends Role as ODM Demands Sh12bn in Unpaid Political Funding
Orengo said the figure now being demanded from government exists solely because of litigation he personally initiated on behalf of ODM. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Siaya Governor James Orengo has defended his role in securing ODM's claim for unpaid public funding, as the party demands Sh12 billion from the State.
- ODM is demanding Sh12 billion in unpaid funds from the Political Parties Fund, accusing the National Treasury of significant delays.
- Key figures include Governor James Orengo, who initiated the legal proceedings for the claim, and ODM's acting Secretary General Catherine Omanyo.
- The party argues that the delayed disbursements, amounting to billions, are crippling its operations and preparedness for the 2027 General Election.
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leadership has called for a truce at a Mombasa retreat, resolving to end internal conflicts and restore party unity. The retreat entered its second day focusing on strategizing for the 2027 General Election. ODM warned against anyone making statements contradicting party leadership. Siaya Governor James Orengo defended his role in securing ODM's claim for unpaid public funding, as the party demands Sh12 billion from the State. ODM leader Oburu Oginga called for an end to internal party disputes, warning that ongoing conflicts risk weakening the party ahead of next year's General Election.
