Explosive Rift: ODM Leaders Publicly Dismiss Top MPs, See What Happened

In a move that has intensified internal party debates, a faction within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has publicly dismissed a splinter group, highlighting growing tensions as Kenya gears up for critical political negotiations.

The disagreement comes at a time when party unity is seen as crucial for maintaining influence in the evolving political landscape.

Led by ODM leader Dr. Oburu Oginga, the group accused the breakaway leaders of undermining the party’s position in the national government.

The dismissed faction, which includes Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Siaya Governor James Orengo had been vocal about forming a separate strategy to influence upcoming policy and leadership negotiations.

Speaking during a gathering in Siaya County, Dr. Oginga emphasized the importance of loyalty and cohesion within the party.

ODM has always stood for principled leadership and collective decision making. Any attempt to fragment this approach threatens not only our party but also our supporters,” he stated.

Observers note that the statement signals a firm stance against internal divisions, especially ahead of pre-election talks with other political formations.

The rift underscores the contrasting visions within ODM. While the splinter group advocates for a more independent political maneuvering, the main faction led by Dr. Oginga stresses the need to maintain leverage within broader governmental coalitions.

Political commentators suggest that the dismissal might be a calculated move to consolidate power and present a united front in negotiations with President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and other key stakeholders.

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“This is as much about optics as it is about strategy,” said a political analyst. “Dr. Oginga’s faction is signaling that ODM intends to negotiate from a position of strength and avoid internal friction that could weaken its bargaining power.

Despite the tension, both sides continue to enjoy substantial support from different sections of the electorate.

How this internal dispute will shape the party’s decisions in upcoming political engagements remains uncertain, but it is clear that ODM is entering a phase where internal discipline and strategic positioning are taking center stage.

As the political season heats up, all eyes are on ODM to see whether it can reconcile internal differences or risk losing cohesion at a critical moment in Kenya’s political calendar.