Someone says ODM's internal drama is their own fault, not Uhuru Kenyatta's. Digital strategist Pauline Njoroge defended the former president on Monday against claims he is splitting the opposition party. She said his continued popularity, especially after the notable reception at Raila Odinga's funeral, makes some ODM leaders nervous. Instead of handling their own disputes, she argued, they are using him as a scapegoat. Njoroge stated that Uhuru is not a 2027 candidate and gains nothing from dividing ODM.
She pointed to a real generational split inside the party as the actual issue. According to her, some senior ODM figures are happy working with the current broad-based government and reaping benefits. Meanwhile, younger members oppose the administration and want a different political path. This disconnect, not an external plot, is causing the problem. Njoroge asked people to ignore what she called baseless propaganda and strange, divisive talk.
Her comments follow direct accusations from top ODM officials. Party chairperson and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, alongside National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed, recently claimed Uhuru is using insiders to create division. Wanga warned him to stay away from party affairs, stating they respect him but will deal with any meddling severely. She delivered this message in Homa Bay with President William Ruto present.
She pointed to a real generational split inside the party as the actual issue. According to her, some senior ODM figures are happy working with the current broad-based government and reaping benefits. Meanwhile, younger members oppose the administration and want a different political path. This disconnect, not an external plot, is causing the problem. Njoroge asked people to ignore what she called baseless propaganda and strange, divisive talk.
Her comments follow direct accusations from top ODM officials. Party chairperson and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, alongside National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed, recently claimed Uhuru is using insiders to create division. Wanga warned him to stay away from party affairs, stating they respect him but will deal with any meddling severely. She delivered this message in Homa Bay with President William Ruto present.
