Oburu Oginga Breaks Silence: Why Women Hold the Key to ODM’s Future

Orange Democratic Movement leader Oburu Oginga has reaffirmed the party’s commitment to women empowerment and the promotion of strong family values, saying leadership must be anchored on respect, dignity and inclusivity.

Speaking during a consultative meeting with grassroots leaders and women representatives, Oginga said ODM remains steadfast in championing policies that uplift women socially, economically and politically.

He noted that empowering women is not only a constitutional imperative but also a moral responsibility for leaders who seek to build a just and progressive society.

Women are the backbone of our communities. Any serious political movement must intentionally create space for women to lead, innovate and shape the future of this country,” he said.

Oginga emphasized that ODM has consistently supported affirmative action and initiatives aimed at increasing women’s representation in elective and appointive positions.

He pointed to the party’s track record of sponsoring women candidates and advocating for legislation that protects women from discrimination and violence.

At the same time, he underscored the importance of family as the foundation of society, arguing that leadership without moral grounding ultimately weakens national cohesion.

According to him, respect within families mirrors respect in governance.

When we talk about family values, we are speaking about integrity, responsibility and accountability. These are the same principles that must guide public service,” he stated.

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The ODM leader urged young leaders to embrace respectful political discourse, warning against personal attacks and divisive rhetoric.

He said politics should be about ideas and service delivery rather than insults and character assassination.

Oginga further called on men to actively support women empowerment efforts, stressing that gender equality is not a women’s issue alone but a societal goal that benefits everyone.

He challenged political parties across the spectrum to move beyond tokenism and ensure women are involved in decision-making processes at all levels.

Party officials present echoed his sentiments, noting that ODM is working to strengthen its women and youth leagues ahead of upcoming political activities.

They said structured mentorship programs and civic education forums are being rolled out to nurture a new generation of leaders grounded in values and inclusivity.

Political analysts say Oginga’s remarks signal ODM’s renewed focus on social justice themes as the country’s political landscape continues to evolve.

By foregrounding women empowerment and family values, the party appears keen to position itself as a movement rooted in community centered leadership.

As national conversations around governance and equality intensify, ODM’s leadership insists that respect, dignity and empowerment will remain central pillars of its agenda.