Internal opposition within the Orange Democratic Movement has reasserted itself, with prominent figures stating the party does not require President William Ruto for its political survival. Key leaders, including Siaya Governor James Orengo and Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, argued that the President needs the ODM's national appeal more than the party needs him.
They challenged the narrative that their party is incapable of producing a viable presidential candidate, urging members to avoid desperation and to rally behind one of their own. Their comments were reinforced by Winnie Odinga, who cautioned against clandestine efforts to undermine the party. This resurgence of hardline sentiment signals significant internal resistance to any political alignment with the Kenya Kwanza administration.
They challenged the narrative that their party is incapable of producing a viable presidential candidate, urging members to avoid desperation and to rally behind one of their own. Their comments were reinforced by Winnie Odinga, who cautioned against clandestine efforts to undermine the party. This resurgence of hardline sentiment signals significant internal resistance to any political alignment with the Kenya Kwanza administration.
