Inside Oburu’s many wars
There are reports of a fresh fallout within his ODM camp, whereas five people have expressed interest in contesting against him in 2027...
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ODM party leader Oburu Oginga is facing significant internal challenges within his faction and potential electoral battles. A recent rally exposed rifts, with key officials absent, highlighting management disputes.
- Multiple top officials, including Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir and National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohammed, reportedly skipped a recent ODM rally due to disagreements on party management.
- In Siaya County, former Governor Cornel Rasanga has declared his intention to challenge Oburu Oginga for the Senate seat in the 2027 elections.
- Oburu Oginga is attempting to project a united front for the ODM party ahead of the 2027 polls, holding separate meetings with concerned officials.
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