Revolting against the Odingas? CS Mbadi, Ruth spat expose division
CS Mbadi's outburst appears to mirror growing unease over the Odingas' continued hold on the running of ODM...
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A public spat between Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga has exposed deep divisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) following the death of its leader.
- CS Mbadi publicly criticized Ms. Odinga for allegedly "ordering around" party members due to her connection to the late Raila Odinga, suggesting the party is not a "family property."
- The dispute highlights a perceived "revolt" against the continued influence of the Odinga family within the 20-year-old party.
- Internal factions like Linda Ground and Linda Mwananchi are reportedly vying for control, with some members questioning the leadership of Dr. Oburu Oginga and the influence of other Odinga family members like EALA MP Winnie Odinga.
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