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In a strongly worded statement on Sunday, McOure said his loyalty remained firmly with ODM’s long-standing principles and the leadership structure rooted in the legacy of the movement.
In a message delivered by ODM Secretary General, Edwin Sifuna during the 20th anniversary celebrations in Mombasa, Uhuru said the event was marked by deep emotion as the party commemorated its achievements without its long-time leader.
The ODM Central Committee announced its unanimous decision to back Oburu, calling on party members across the country to support him as he takes over the leadership.
Kasmuel said recent public disagreements among ODM leaders had created an impression of fragmentation, particularly in the wake of Odinga’s death urging members to remember that the party was founded as a national, not regional, movement.
Sifuna hailed Odinga as a towering figure in Kenya’s democratic journey, noting that for more than three decades, he nurtured political leadership and inspired the growth of democratic ideals across the country.
Sifuna further connected the scandal to wider governance failures, especially the controversial eCitizen system, which he said had become another platform for siphoning billions.
Sifuna claimed the commission acted outside the law when handling the replacement of former MP John Mbadi and in setting the date for an upcoming parliamentary by-election
Sifuna asserted that political allegiance must not come at the cost of personal principles
Sifuna announced that the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two parties had collapsed in light of the death of Albert Ojwang.
Sifuna criticized President William Ruto’s apology to Tanzania during the National Prayer Breakfast on May 28, arguing instead that Kenya should demand an apology from Tanzania for the mistreatment of the activists.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna vowed to match the intensity of the remarks from Tanzanian lawmakers.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna said residents had made emotional pleas for answers, but none have been provided.