Barasa declared the November 27, 2025 by-elections will serve as a critical assessment for the Independent Electoral Boundaries Commission before the 2027 general polls. He delivered these remarks during the Orange Democratic Movement party's twentieth anniversary celebration at Gusii Stadium in Kisii. The chairman emphasized ODM maintains strength in Kakamega despite tensions with the Lugari MP Nabii Nabwera faction. His leadership team features Nelson Majimbo as Vice Chairperson and Butere MP Tindi Mwale as organizing secretary.
Governor Simba Arati assured attendees that ODM retains significant influence across Kisii County. He predicted the party would capture every position from Member of County Assembly to Governor in future elections. Deputy Party leaders Abdulswamad Nassir, Godfrey Osotsi, and Chairperson Gladys Wanga joined the festivities alongside delegates from nine constituencies. Additional participants included Governor Ochillo Ayacko from Migori and Senator Ledama Ole Kina from Narok.
Governor Simba Arati assured attendees that ODM retains significant influence across Kisii County. He predicted the party would capture every position from Member of County Assembly to Governor in future elections. Deputy Party leaders Abdulswamad Nassir, Godfrey Osotsi, and Chairperson Gladys Wanga joined the festivities alongside delegates from nine constituencies. Additional participants included Governor Ochillo Ayacko from Migori and Senator Ledama Ole Kina from Narok.
