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Tensions within the Orange Democratic Movement appear to be rising, with a fresh political confrontation now threatening to expose deeper divisions ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has publicly fired back at Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya, delivering a sharp warning that has already sparked discussion among political observers. Read Full Article Here
Barasa reportedly issued the warning as political temperatures continued to rise, making it clear that he was not prepared to remain silent over what he viewed as Oparanya’s involvement in matters concerning him and his political affairs.
In a pointed message, the governor told Oparanya to focus on his own political affairs and leave him alone. “OParanya, Panga Mambo Yako Wachana na Mimi,” Barasa said in a furious warning.
The remarks have added another layer to the political uncertainty surrounding ODM as leaders position themselves ahead of the 2027 polls.
Oparanya, a former Kakamega governor and long-serving ODM figure, remains an influential player in Western Kenya politics, while Barasa has continued building his own political influence in the region.
The public exchange is likely to fuel questions about whether the differences between the two leaders could grow into a wider political confrontation.
With the 2027 election drawing closer, every public disagreement among influential ODM figures could carry significant political consequences.
Supporters will now be watching closely to see whether the dispute ends with the latest warning or develops into a much larger battle within the party.
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