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The disciplinary steps follow a resolution reached during a National Executive Committee meeting held on February 11, 2026, where members agreed to begin removal proceedings against him over claims of misconduct.
ODM chair Gladys Wanga has urged unity, discipline and internal cohesion at a special delegates convention in Nairobi as the party navigates a critical transition after Raila Odinga’s death.
Wanga acknowledged the current strain within ODM following the passing of its leader, saying the party is working to regain stability even as members express differing opinions.
ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga said that only the National Executive Committee (NEC) has the mandate to convene the party’s NDC. She further challenged the faction led by Nairobi senator Edwin Sifuna to clarify which NEC body had authorized the parallel meeting.
The changes include new appointments in trade and governance, alongside a reassignment in agriculture. The nominees now await approval by the County Assembly following the executive order issued on March 16, 2026.
His first major leap to national politics came in 2007 when he was elected Kasipul Member of Parliament under the Orange Democratic Movement ticket.
In a message addressed to ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga, Salah said his involvement has always been driven by a desire to strengthen the party and widen its reach. He maintained that his actions were meant to support, not undermine, ODM and its leadership.
In a deeply personal message, his elder brother Oburu Odinga described the pain of loss and the closeness they shared, saying they “grew up as twins, sharing so much of life, laughter, and understanding.”
Addressing the issue on behalf of the party, Sifuna acknowledged that some ODM leaders had failed to recognise Kenyatta’s contributions, particularly during Raila Odinga’s recent presidential campaigns.
Homa Bay Deputy Governor Oyugi Magwanga has accused the governor of unlawfully locking his office, the County Secretary’s office, and the Payroll Management office, in what he terms a direct attack on his authority.
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, in a recent public notice, has announced immediate changes to the County Executive Committee with the aim of fostering and strengthening county governance.
The violent clash has left Kasipul residents anxious, with many calling for stronger security measures as campaigns enter their final phase.