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ODM Grapples with Infighting, Leadership Questions, and Rebellion Against Governor Orengo
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is facing an imminent split and escalating infighting, reportedly fueled by the memorial service for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Amid these tensions, party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has dismissed claims that the party is being "auctioned" to President William Ruto. He affirmed that the ODM constitution designates the party leader as the automatic presidential candidate and declared his intention to run in 2027. Concurrently, the party's internal challenges are visible at the county level, where Siaya Governor James Orengo is facing a growing political rebellion. Elected leaders in his county, who previously supported him, now accuse him of poor service delivery, dwindling popularity, and threaten his 2027 re-election bid.
President Ruto Criticized for Distraction Politics; Allies Face Rejection in Western
President William Ruto is facing political challenges, with Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro publicly criticizing him for allegedly using political allies to attack former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Nyoro claims this strategy is a distraction from pressing governance issues affecting Kenyans. In a separate development posing a challenge to President Ruto's influence, his key allies are facing a perceived "rejection" in the Western region. The struggles of Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula indicate a challenge in maintaining the government's popularity among the Luhya nation. Meanwhile, President Ruto has escalated his own criticism of the opposition, targeting Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka for an alleged lack of a development track record over 40 years.
