ODM power struggle deepens as Sifuna launches counter-offensive
NAIROBI, Kenya—Feb 12, 2026—A fresh power struggle is unfolding within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) after embattled Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna rejected his removal and swiftly escalated the standoff into both a legal and political battle. Hours after the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) announced his ouster in Mombasa, Sifuna rallied supporters in Nairobi, branding the […]
Oburu cracks whip, warns leaders against indiscipline
MOMBASA County—Feb 12, 2026—ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga has warned senior party officials against contradicting resolutions of key organs, saying indiscipline within the leadership ranks threatens party unity and credibility. Speaking during a National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Mombasa, on Wednesday, Oburu criticised members of the Executive and Central Committees who publicly advance positions […]
Sifuna ousted as ODM Secretary General as Party wrangles deepens
MOMBASA, Kenya—Feb 11, 2026—Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Senator Edwin Sifuna has been removed from office with immediate effect following a resolution by the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC). The decision was announced in Mombasa on Wednesday in a statement read by Deputy Secretary General Catherine Omanyo, who will now serve in an acting […]
No hurry to name 2027 flagbearer, says Gachagua
NAIROBI, Kenya—Feb 11, 2026—Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed calls for the United Opposition coalition to immediately unveil its presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election, insisting there is no urgency in the process. “There is no hurry. Mwai Kibaki was named the opposition flagbearer on October 14, 2002, yet […]
Kalonzo declares 2027 bid, condemns political violence
MARYLAND, USA—Feb 9, 2026—Wiper Party leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka has confirmed that he will be on the ballot in the 2027 General election, saying his decision is anchored on public service, experience, and a lifelong commitment to the people of Kenya. Kalonzo made the declaration on Saturday evening while addressing Kenyans living and working in […]
ODM will field Presidential candidate in 2027- Sifuna, Babu
BUSIA County—Feb 9, 2026—A faction of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) led by Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has reaffirmed that the party will field a presidential candidate in the 2027 General Election, distancing itself from any plans to join the broad-based government. Speaking on Sunday in Busia County, the […]
Gachagua accuses Ruto of using security forces to terrorise Opposition
NAIROBI, Kenya—Feb 8, 2026—Former Deputy President and Democratic Congress Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has launched one of his fiercest attacks yet on President William Ruto, accusing the Kenya Kwanza administration of weaponising State security organs to intimidate and silence the opposition. Speaking during a political address, Gachagua claimed the government had shifted from democratic […]
Coast youth vow to punish politicians who exploit them in 2027
MOMBASA County—Feb 7, 2026—Coastal politicians have been warned against exploiting young people for selfish political gains, with youth leaders cautioning that such practices will attract political consequences in the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a grassroots youth leadership forum in Kadzandani Ward, Nyali Sub-county, Mombasa County, Kadzandani Creative Youth Organisation (KCYO) Coordinator Omar Chai, said […]
Oburu rebukes Sifuna, Urges ODM Unity
NAIROBI, Kenya—Feb 6, 2026—ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga has issued a stern rebuke of party Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, accusing him of blurring the line between personal opinion and official party policy. The recent sentiments are likely to intensify tensions within ODM. In a statement on Friday, Oburu emphasized that no individual—regardless of seniority—is bigger than […]
Nyali MP faces backlash over claims of tribal politics
MOMBASA County—Feb 5, 2026—Nyali Member of Parliament Mohammed Ali has come under fresh criticism from leaders in Mombasa County following his recent public attacks on Coast leaders, whom he has accused of promoting hate and tribal politics against him. Days after the MP lashed out at county leadership over what he termed coordinated political hostility, […]