Moses Wetang’ula, the Speaker of the National Assembly, has affirmed that Kenya Kwanza holds the majority in Parliament, following a discussion about the majority and minority positions in the National Assembly. He stated that Kenya Kwanza has 165 Members of Parliament, while Azimio has 154. The Speaker confirmed that based …
Read More »ODM Grassroots Elections Set for Wednesday
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) grassroots elections are scheduled to take place this Wednesday at polling stations across all 47 counties. In a press statement, Emily Awita, the chairperson of the ODM National Elections Coordinating Committee (NECC), confirmed that preparations are complete and measures are in place to ensure the …
Read More »Kasmuel McOure Joins ODM Party
Political activist Kasmuel McOure has officially joined the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. In a statement on Sunday following a meeting with ODM Chairperson and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, McOure announced that the party is focused on reviving its youth and student leagues nationwide. He emphasized that ODM is …
Read More »UDA Receives Lion’s Share in Political Funding
Ruto’s UDA receives Ksh.316 million from the Political Parties Fund, while ODM receives Ksh.168 million, according to Registrar of Political Parties Ann Nderitu. The allocations for the Financial Year 2023/2024 were announced in a gazette notice published on Friday. United Democratic Alliance (UDA) emerged with the largest share, receiving slightly …
Read More »Jalang’o: I’m in ODM to Stay
Lang’ata MP, Phelix Odiwuor, also known as Jalang’o, asserts his commitment to ODM despite renewed pressure from party leader Raila Odinga for MPs collaborating with the government to step down and seek reelection under a UDA ticket. During an ODM recruitment drive in Nairobi on Sunday, Raila emphasized that Jalang’o …
Read More »Raila to Jalang’o and Other ODM Rebels: Resign and Seek Re-Election
Raila Odinga, the opposition leader, called upon Lang’ata MP Felix Odiwour, popularly known as Jalang’o, and other rebels within the ODM party to step down from their positions if they wish to align themselves with Kenya Kwanza. During an ODM recruitment event in Nairobi, Raila emphasized that those seeking closer …
Read More »Former ODM MCA Succumbs to Brief Illness
Abiud Ochilang’ole, the former representative of Amukura West Ward in the County Assembly, has passed away, as confirmed by the party on Monday evening. The party disclosed that Ochilang’ole passed away following a short period of illness, as stated in an official announcement. Having served two terms from 2013 to …
Read More »Raila Supports Junet Amid Party Disciplinary Action
Opposition leader Raila Odinga has rejected the move to remove Junet Mohamed, the Member of Parliament for Suna East, from key leadership roles within the party. During a meeting with party delegates in Hola, Tana River County, Raila dismissed the rumors of ejecting the party’s minority whip, emphasizing that such …
Read More »Junet Mohammed Faces Potential Removal from ODM Leadership
Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohammed is at risk of losing his leadership roles within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party due to his prolonged absence from party activities. Junet currently holds significant positions within the party, serving as the National Assembly Minority Whip, Director of Campaigns and Parliamentary …
Read More »Kisii Governor Simba Arati’s Life In Danger, ODM Claims
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is calling for the urgent transfer of Kisii County Police Commander Charles Kasses following recent outbreaks of violence at events attended by Kisii Governor Simba Arati. The party asserts that Governor Arati’s life is at risk. Addressing the media in Kisii on Friday, ODM Secretary …
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