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June 21, 2026
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ODM rift deepens as Oburu, Sifuna camps battle for party strongholds

ODM rift deepens as Oburu, Sifuna camps battle for party strongholds

The Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi faction is set to declare its stand at a forum in Nairobi in September...

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A deep rift within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is intensifying as two factions, one aligned with party leader Oburu Oginga and the other with Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, engage in parallel grassroots mobilization ahead of the 2027 General Election.

  • The Oburu Oginga camp is holding rallies and member drives, with some senior members urging support for President William Ruto's re-election, hinting at potential coalition talks with UDA.
  • The Edwin Sifuna-led "Linda Mwananchi" faction is conducting a nationwide tour across at least 24 counties, culminating in a major declaration in Nairobi in September to chart its political course.
  • Both factions are vying for influence in traditional ODM strongholds, with discussions ongoing about potential alliances, including a unified opposition ticket against President Ruto.

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