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Caroli Omondi

Also known as: MP Caroli Omondi

Suba South MP and Linda Mwananchi faction leader who declared ODM dead and pledged support for David Maraga's 2027 presidential bid.

2026-05-252026-07-29

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeSuba South MP Caroli Omondi during an interview on Spice FM, July 28,2026.

    Caroli Omondi declares ODM 'dead', says Linda Mwananchi will become political party
  3. Citizen Digital

    The Gusii tour will also feature several other lawmakers allied to the faction, among them Suba South MP Caroli Omondi, Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi and Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka, as well as other elected leaders.

    Sifuna, Babu Owino, Orengo take Linda Mwananchi campaign to Gusii region
  4. June 2026
  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeSuba South MP Caroli Omondi and MP Peter Kaluma. [File, Standard] Suba South legislator Caroli Omondi was on Thursday suspended from the National Assembly for five sitting days for using unacceptable words during a house session.

    MP Caroli Omondi ejected from House after 'reckless' remarks
  6. Citizen Digital

    MP Caroli Omondi suspended from Parliament after telling Kaluma to 'stop being stupid' By Ian Omondi June 25, 2026 10:26 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A side-by-side image of MPs Peter Kaluma (Homa Bay To

    MP Caroli Omondi suspended from Parliament after telling Kaluma to 'stop being stupid'
  7. The Standard

    Speaking during a press briefing in Parliament buildings by Linda Mwananchi Movement on Tuesday, led by Suba South lawmaker Caroli Omondi and attended by, among others, Sifuna, Kitutu Chache lawmaker Anthony Kibagendi and Clive Gisairo (Kitutu Masaba), the team said their lawyers

    Sifuna heads back to court over fresh ODM ouster
  8. Citizen Digital

    Suba South MP Caroli Omondi, Funyula lawmaker Wilberforce Oundo and Saboti MP Caleb Amisi have pledged their support for Maraga's 2027 presidential bid.

    Section of Linda Mwananchi group backs Maraga's presidential bid
  9. The Standard

    Suba South MP Caroli Omondi said that Ruto had requested Kenyans to give him five years to turn around the country and if he fails they should look for an alternative.

    Kang'ata attends Linda Mwananchi rally in Thika, criticises Ruto policies
  10. Capital News

    The statement was copied to Kalonzo Musyoka and Caroli Omondi. “For the avoidance of doubt, the status quo must remain in place,” the coalition stated.

    Azimio Rejects Proposed Minority Leadership Changes in Narok County Assembly
  11. May 2026
  12. Capital News

    Speaking during a rally in Machakos,Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Secretary-General and Suba South MP Caroli Omondi painted an optimistic picture for the formation, projecting that it could consolidate up to 16 million votes in the next election.

    Linda Mwananchi Expands Nationwide Outreach with Major Thika Rally Planned
  13. The Standard

    Kalonzo Musyoka, James Orengo, Rigathi Gachagua and Caroli Omondi have repeatedly hinted at foul play, suggesting the State had a hand in his demise.

    The Odingas will determine whether ODM lives or dies

Yesterday

  1. Suba South MP declares ODM dead, Linda Mwananchi to become party

    Suba South MP Caroli Omondi says the Orange Democratic Movement is dead and its values have been betrayed, stating that the Linda Mwananchi Movement will transform into a political party because remaining in ODM is no longer sustainable.

    28 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 3 July

  1. Sifuna, Babu Owino, Orengo campaign in Gusii region

    The Linda Mwananchi political faction, led by ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, is taking its grassroots mobilisation campaign to Kisii and Nyamira counties on Friday, with Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Siaya Governor James Orengo leading the delegation alongside other allied lawmakers.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 26 June

  1. Suba South MP suspended five days for unparliamentary language

    Suba South legislator Caroli Omondi was suspended from the National Assembly for five sitting days after being found guilty of using unacceptable words during a house session and refusing to retract or apologize. The suspension came after a heated exchange during discussion of the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill, when Omondi allegedly told the Speaker to "stop being stupid," though he later denied the remark and claimed he said "We're not stupid."

    26 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 25 June

  1. MP Caroli Omondi suspended five days for unparliamentary language

    Suba South MP Caroli Omondi was suspended from the National Assembly for five sitting days after using unparliamentary language during debate on the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill, allegedly telling the Temporary Speaker to "stop being stupid" following a disagreement over speaking time and quorum.

    25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Sifuna to challenge ODM's fresh removal as party Secretary General

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has announced he will return to court to challenge the Orange Democratic Movement's latest decision to remove him as Secretary General, calling the move unlawful and procedurally unfair. The challenge mirrors an earlier ouster attempt in February that was quashed by the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal.

    23 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Three Linda Mwananchi MPs endorse David Maraga's 2027 presidential bid

    Three MPs—Caroli Omondi, Wilberforce Oundo, and Caleb Amisi—have pledged support for former Chief Justice David Maraga's presidential candidacy under the United Green Movement, citing his integrity, constitutionalism, and approach to governance at a youth congress held at Ufungamano House.

    16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 14 June

  1. Kang'ata joins Linda Mwananchi, criticises Kenya Kwanza policies

    Muranga Governor Irungu Kang'ata joined the Linda Mwananchi movement at a rally in Thika, criticising the government's affordable housing programme and calling for funds to be redirected to free education. The movement said it will work with the United Opposition to contest the 2027 general election.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 6 June

  1. Azimio opposes unilateral minority leadership changes in Narok County

    The Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition has rejected proposed changes to minority leadership positions in the Narok County Assembly, saying the alterations are procedurally flawed and violate coalition agreements and democratic principles. The coalition insists that any leadership changes must follow due process and include consultation with sponsoring parties and adherence to party constitutions and standing orders.

    6 June 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 31 May

  1. ODM Linda Mwananchi faction plans Thika rally for 2027 election push

    The ODM Linda Mwananchi faction, comprising ODM members opposed to the Broad-Based Government, is expanding its consultative rallies to Thika on June 14 to build influence ahead of the 2027 General Election. Secretary-General Caroli Omondi projected the formation could consolidate up to 16 million votes in the next election, marking the faction's first major push into Central Kenya, a region where ODM has historically struggled.

    31 May 2026 · Capital News

Monday 25 May

  1. Oburu Oginga's leadership leaves ODM in turmoil

    An opinion piece argues that ODM has fallen into disarray seven months after Raila Odinga's death, with Senator Oburu Oginga's interim leadership showing insufficient capacity to preserve the party. The turmoil intensified after August 2024, when ODM's chairman, Minority Leader, and two deputy party leaders joined President Ruto's Cabinet following a handshake with Raila, which critics said undermined the party's role as the principal opposition force.

    25 May 2026 · The Standard

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