Wanga responds to Orengo over sexist remarks amid impeachment threats in Siaya
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has accused Siaya Governor James Orengo of humiliating women leaders through sexist remarks as political pressure and impeachment threats mount against him...
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Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has publicly responded to Siaya Governor James Orengo, accusing him of using sexist remarks that demeaned women in leadership amidst political tensions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party.
- Gladys Wanga stated she was deeply hurt by Orengo's "undertones that diminish, ridicule, or reduce" women due to their gender and age.
- The public exchange comes as Orengo faces potential impeachment threats in Siaya County.
- Wanga linked the controversy to ODM succession politics following the death of Raila Odinga and reaffirmed her support for Oburu Oginga as the party leader.
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Wanga Responds to Orengo Over Sexist Remarks Amid Impeachment Threats - May 2026
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