Two parallel political rallies organized by rival factions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are set to take place on Saturday, highlighting persistent divisions within the party.
Oburu Odinga’s Siaya Rally
ODM party leader Oburu Odinga is expected to headline a major gathering in Siaya County as part of the climax of the Linda Ground rallies across the Nyanza region.
Speaking during a recent meeting in Siaya, Oburu urged supporters to attend in large numbers, describing the event as both a show of strength and his homecoming celebration following his election as party leader.
The faction aligned with Oburu has, in recent months, expressed support for the broad-based government and openly backed President **William Ruto>’s 2027 re-election bid.
This stance has stirred debate within ODM ranks, particularly among members who prefer the party to maintain its opposition identity.
Oburu also dismissed claims from some government figures that the Deputy President’s seat is non-negotiable, insisting that ODM will pursue negotiations aimed at safeguarding its interests within the broad-based arrangement.
Sifuna’s Kakamega Rally
Meanwhile, a separate faction led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is scheduled to hold a rally in Kakamega County on the same day.
Sifuna’s camp has strongly opposed any political arrangement that could result in ODM supporting President Ruto. The group positions itself as a pro-opposition wing determined to preserve the party’s traditional stance and independence.
Growing Internal Tensions
The simultaneous rallies underscore widening ideological and strategic differences within ODM as the country gradually shifts focus toward future electoral contests.
With leaders mobilizing supporters across different regions, the unfolding events may significantly shape the party’s direction in the months ahead.
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