- The ODM party faced internal tensions with secretary general Edwin Sifuna making bold remarks while raising money in Trans Nzoia County
- His strong speech reflected a major change of parties, sparking rumors about the political change of 2027
- In a video, the Nairobi Senator described the conditions that would force him to resign from the position of a powerful party
The political tension within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is on the rise after the Secretary -General Edwin Sifuna Announcing his intention to resign if the party supports President William Ruto in the 2027 general election.
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Sifuna said this on Sunday, August 3, during a symposium to empower women in the Saboti area, Trans Nzoia County, amid pressure to resign from some members of the party.
He defended his right to speak personally about political issues, saying there should be a clear difference between his personal views and his official role in the party.
“There is a claim that when Sifuna speaks, the whole party speaks. Some accuse me of being a party speaker, even when I share my personal opinion,” He told the meeting.
Why don’t Suna threaten to get rid of ODM?
While confirming his trust in ODM and his decisions, Sifuna said he would not support any resolution to approve the purpose of Ruto re -selected.
He held that the move would force him to withdraw from his role.
“Today I want to say: I will read all the ODM party resolutions that hold trust in ODM-unless one. If they pass a resolution to say Suna is completely useless, I will read it. Saying I will not be stupid, I will pass it.
On that day, they will have to find someone else to read about Ruto. I have heard some say my brother Jared Okello is ready to read things about Ruto – that he is more fluent than Sunya, that he read English. Okello, be prepared at any time. If you want to do the work he does not chew, be ready. The day they say ODM is in bed with Ruto, I’m out. Out completely, ” He said.
Sifuna who also the Nairobi senator emphasized that his position is not based on hatred against Ruto but is committed to protecting democratic freedom and justice from Kenyans.
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Will Edwin Sifuna join the opposition?
His comments came just days after senior ODM officials, including party leader Raila Odinga, issued a statement confirming the cooperation with the Kenyan administration first until 2027.
While this is happening, the vibrant politician also suggested to join the opposition government, whose main agenda is to make Ruto a one -term president.
“And I have said: We will talk to anyone who is ready to help us in the mission to remove Ruto in office. He added.
The party is currently awaiting Raila’s final position on whether ODM will suspend the presidential candidate or support Ruto in the next election.
Why should ODM support UDA?
Meanwhile, the Minister of Treasury John Mbadi He expressed the confidence and leadership of Ruto, citing the President’s commitment to the integrated administration and extended nomination for areas previously excluded from national leadership.
Mbadi emphasized the need for a two -part cooperation between ODM and UDAsaying that Kenya’s political reality requires cooperation to preserve national unity.
He emphasized the importance of equality among all citizens and rejected the divisive politics that raises some groups over others.
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