ODM Sanctions Alliance Talks with UDA as Part of 2027 Election Preparations - January 2026

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has commenced preparations for the 2027 General Election. As part of its strategy, the ODM Central Committee has sanctioned coalition talks with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) regarding a potential 2027 pre-election deal. Wycliffe Oparanya, a prominent figure in ODM, has stated that the party is open to dialogue with UDA. A recent meeting in Kilifi is being highlighted as a precursor to an alliance strategy between the two parties. This development comes amid internal wrangles within ODM and has led to speculation about the party potentially being a target in UDA's "swallowship" strategy, following the committee's green light to Oburu Oginga.