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'ODM is firm,' says Wanga as party eyes all Busia seats

Published on October 12, 2026

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ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga has dismissed claims the party is weakening after Raila Odingas death, insisting it will retain all its elective seats in Busia as leaders mark his first anniversary.

ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga has dismissed claims the party is weakening after Raila Odingas death, insisting it will retain all its elective seats in Busia as leaders mark his first anniversary.

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Kilicho ndani ya nyumba ya milele ya Raila

Published on October 12, 2026

Source: Taifa LeoBy Fatuma Bariki👁 10 views

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MAKAVAZI ya aliyekuwa Waziri Mkuu Raila Odinga, Kangโ€™o ka Jaramogi, Bondo, yameundwa kuhifadhi historia yake ya kisiasa na mchango wake katika safari ya kidemokrasia Kenya. Muundo wake wa pembe tano unaashiria umuhimu wa nambari tano katika maisha yake ya kisiasa, ukikumbusha kundi la viongozi watano wa ODM lililojulikana kama โ€œPentagonโ€ wakati wa uchaguzi wa 2007.

MAKAVAZI ya aliyekuwa Waziri Mkuu Raila Odinga, Kangโ€™o ka Jaramogi, Bondo, yameundwa kuhifadhi historia yake ya kisiasa na mchango wake katika safari ya kidemokrasia Kenya.

Muundo wake wa pembe tano unaashiria umuhimu wa nambari tano katika maisha yake ya kisiasa, ukikumbusha kundi la viongozi watano wa ODM lililojulikana kama โ€œPentagonโ€ wakati wa uchaguzi wa 2007.

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Oparanya offers to lead dialogue to woo defectors back to ODM

Published on October 12, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 11 views

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Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has expressed disappointment over the absence of several Members of Parliament and senior officials at an Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) delegatesโ€™ meeting in Busia, offering to initiate dialogue to reunite the party amid defections and the emergence of rival factions. Oparanya spoke during […]

Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has expressed disappointment over the absence of several Members of Parliament and senior officials at an Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) delegatesโ€™ meeting in Busia, offering to initiate dialogue to reunite the party amid defections and the emergence of rival factions. Oparanya spoke during […]

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Why Simba Arati is the Party Leader ODM Needs Now

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: KahawatunguBy Oki Bin Oki👁 19 views

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The Orange Democratic Movement is not facing a leadership contest. It is facing an existential question: does it want to survive as a political party, or does it want to become a permanent annex of the government it once opposed? ODM has already made a historic decision. The party will not field a presidential candidate in 2027 and will insteadโ€ฆ

The Orange Democratic Movement is not facing a leadership contest. It is facing an existential question: does it want to survive as a political party, or does it want to become a permanent annex of the government it once opposed?

ODM has already made a historic decision. The party will not field a presidential candidate in 2027 and will instead back President William Ruto’s re-election bid. As one analysis put it, “Oburu Oginga’s ODM has made a historic gamble: The party will not field a presidential candidate in 2027 and will instead back Ruto’s re-election”. Party chairperson Gladys Wanga has confirmed this explicitly, saying ODM will support Ruto’s re-election bid if it secures the Deputy President position under a pre-election agreement. Arati himself has declared that the party would not accept anything less than a strict 50-50 arrangement and that the Deputy President slot is non-negotiable.

Whether one agrees with that strategy or not, it is now the party’s official position. The real question, therefore, is not who will be ODM’s presidential candidate—there won’t be one. The question is: who will lead ODM through this period of transition and position it to emerge as a strong, independent force after 2027?

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Mudavadi: Sifunaโ€™s TEP has zero national network and canโ€™t win any seat

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 30 views

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Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has mocked Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s The Equitable Party (TEP), questioning its ability to compete in the 2027 General Election. Speaking in remarks highlighted on Sunday, October 11, 2026, Mudavadi questioned whether Sifuna’s party has established structures across Kenya. He said established parties such as UDA, ODM and Jubilee have […]

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has mocked Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s The Equitable Party (TEP), questioning its ability to compete in the 2027 General Election. Speaking in remarks highlighted on Sunday, October 11, 2026, Mudavadi questioned whether Sifuna’s party has established structures across Kenya. He said established parties such as UDA, ODM and Jubilee have […]

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Oparanya warns Kenyans against joining small parties, says only leaders benefit

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: People DailyBy David Nthua👁 24 views

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Co-operatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has warned Kenyans against joining small political parties, saying their leaders could use elected representatives to secure government positions before abandoning their supporters. Speaking during an ODM delegates meeting in Funyula, Busia County, on Sunday, October 11, 2026, Oparanya urged Kenyans to support established political parties ahead of the 2027 […]

Co-operatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has warned Kenyans against joining small political parties, saying their leaders could use elected representatives to secure government positions before abandoning their supporters. Speaking during an ODM delegates meeting in Funyula, Busia County, on Sunday, October 11, 2026, Oparanya urged Kenyans to support established political parties ahead of the 2027 […]

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ODM leaders say party still strong, defend broad-based arrangement

Published on October 11, 2026

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Leaders allied to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) have assured supporters that the party is still strong, and will be going for all seats except that of the president in the coming election. Speaking in Funyula, Busia County during ODM Delegatesโ€™ Consultative Meeting, the leaders led by Governor Gladys Wanga, CS Wycliffe Oparanya and Suna East MP Junet Mohamed defended theโ€ฆ

Leaders allied to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) have assured supporters that the party is still strong, and will be going for all seats except that of the president in the coming election.

Speaking in Funyula, Busia County during ODM Delegatesโ€™ Consultative Meeting, the leaders led by Governor Gladys Wanga, CS Wycliffe Oparanya and Suna East MP Junet Mohamed defended the party saying it still stands for the ideals of its founder the late Raila Odinga.

"ODM is still the biggest and strongest party in Kenya. Bigger than even UDA. We are strong and determined to remain so, unlike these other briefcase parties that have no direction," Junet said. 

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Oparanya warns ODM against dishing out direct tickets

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Sharon Atieno👁 20 views

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Co-operatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has warned Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) aspirants against avoiding party nominations, insisting that those seeking elective seats must compete fairly for tickets. Oparanya said the ODM must uphold democratic principles by allowing aspirants to face one another in party primaries instead of handing preferred candidates direct tickets. โ€œIf you want […]

Co-operatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has warned Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) aspirants against avoiding party nominations, insisting that those seeking elective seats must compete fairly for tickets. Oparanya said the ODM must uphold democratic principles by allowing aspirants to face one another in party primaries instead of handing preferred candidates direct tickets. โ€œIf you want […]

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Wanga sets Deputy President demand for ODM support to Ruto in 2027

Published on October 11, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy IRENE MWANGI👁 13 views

William RutoUDAODM

NAIROBI,Kenya Oct 11 – Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has made the Deputy President position a condition for backing President William Rutoโ€™s re-election bid, signalling the partyโ€™s intention to secure a bigger stake in government ahead of the 2027 General Election. ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga said the party was willing to work with Ruto but expected any pre-election agreement to recogniseโ€ฆ

NAIROBI,Kenya Oct 11 – Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has made the Deputy President position a condition for backing President William Rutoโ€™s re-election bid, signalling the partyโ€™s intention to secure a bigger stake in government ahead of the 2027 General Election.

ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga said the party was willing to work with Ruto but expected any pre-election agreement to recognise its political strength by allocating it the running mate position.

Speaking at a party event in Kakamega, Wanga said ODM would expect one of its own to become Deputy President if Ruto wins a second term.

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