- Vihiga Senator, Godfrey Osotsi, has revealed plans for a major political meeting in Kisumu as Linda Mwananchi’s movement strengthens its mobilization activities across the country
- The senator explained the schedule of several meetings to be held in Nakuru and Vihiga before the historic event in Kisumu with the aim of strengthening support
- He linked the group to the dissatisfaction of some members with the direction of the ODM party following the death of the former prime minister, Raila Odinga
Vihiga Senator, Godfrey Osotsi, has announced plans for a major political rally Poisonous while Linda Mwananchi’s movement continues its efforts throughout the country.
Osotsi’s announcement comes a few days after he was brutally attacked by thugs in a restaurant in Kisumu, an incident that sparked outrage across the country.
What are Linda Mwananchi’s plans for the Kisumu meeting?
In an interview with KTN News Thursday, April 16, Osotsi explained the schedule of future activities, describing them as preparations for a “slamming entry” into Kisumu.
According to the senator, the first stage of the movement will begin Nakuruwhere supporters are expected to gather at the Mazembe Grounds on Sunday, April 19.
The event marks the beginning of a wider mobilization campaign aimed at strengthening grassroots support.
Osotsi also outlined a busy schedule for April 25 in Vihiga county, where there will be several meetings.
The day will start with a meeting in Shamakhoko in Hamisi constituency, followed by another meeting in Majengo in Vihiga constituency, and will end with a prayer meeting in Luanda market.
He said that the series of meetings is designed to collaborate directly with the people at the grassroots level before focusing on Kisumu the next day.
Osotsi said that the event in Kisumu aims to thank residents for their long-term support for the struggle for democracy.
“We will make a grand entry into Kisumu. To thank the people of Kisumu for supporting us and for supporting democracy for many years so far. And we will encourage them to continue doing so,” said Osotsi.
Kisumu, recognized as a stronghold of opposition politics and closely associated with the former prime minister Raila Odingais expected to be a symbolic platform for Linda Mwananchi’s group.
How did dissatisfaction contribute to the creation of Linda Mwananchi?
Osotsi explained the origin of the movement, linking it to dissatisfaction with the current direction of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) after the death of Raila.
He said that the party, which was known for fighting for democratic reforms and defending ordinary citizens, has now deviated from its original goals.
The senator noted that the group was formed by people who wanted to preserve what he called the original vision and aspirations of ODM under the leadership of Raila.
“Linda Mwananchi, we decided to form this group because we felt that ODM, which was a party founded by Raila for this country, a party that was fighting for Kenyans, democracy, and social problems, has now been turned into a government body,” he said.
He expressed confidence in the direction of the movement, saying its organizers are already seeing positive signs of growth and support from the public.
Despite growing speculation about the group’s political future, including the possibility of turning into a political party, Osotsi insisted that they have not made that decision yet.
He explained that although the movement continues to organize itself and expand its presence, it has not yet reached the stage of becoming a political party.
“Let me say this. We have our strategy and our time. We don’t want people to predict what we will do next while we ourselves are still working on it. What I can say is that we have not yet reached the stage of turning ourselves into a political party,” he said.
The senator also revealed that the group recently held a strategic meeting to assess its performance and plan future directions.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
