Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga rejected suggestions that his party caters primarily to elderly politicians, asserting that younger members hold prominent positions throughout Kenya. The Orange Democratic Movement leader cited Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga as evidence of fresh leadership driving the organization forward. He invited young Kenyans to participate, describing the movement as welcoming to emerging talent and modern perspectives.
Regional delegates from Kisumu, Siaya, Migori, and Homa Bay counties backed Oburu on Friday to lead the party after founder Raila Odinga died. Wanga told attendees that the National Executive Council had named Oburu as interim leader, prompting unanimous support from representatives. Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang said the organization functions as a national entity rather than serving any single ethnic community, expressing confidence in Oburu's ability to guide diverse membership.
The transition comes as the party prepares its strategy following nearly two decades as a major opposition force in Kenyan politics. Kajwang emphasized that maintaining unity across geographic regions remains essential while the organization strengthens its foundation in Nyanza.
Regional delegates from Kisumu, Siaya, Migori, and Homa Bay counties backed Oburu on Friday to lead the party after founder Raila Odinga died. Wanga told attendees that the National Executive Council had named Oburu as interim leader, prompting unanimous support from representatives. Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang said the organization functions as a national entity rather than serving any single ethnic community, expressing confidence in Oburu's ability to guide diverse membership.
The transition comes as the party prepares its strategy following nearly two decades as a major opposition force in Kenyan politics. Kajwang emphasized that maintaining unity across geographic regions remains essential while the organization strengthens its foundation in Nyanza.
