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Elisha Odhiambo

Also known as: Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo · Gem Member of Parliament Elisha Odhiambo

Gem MP who supported President Ruto and warned Senator Sifuna of political sidelining ahead of 2027 election.

2026-05-042026-11-02

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  1. November 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … been investment in giving the fishermen new fishing gear, adequate training and life support,” he said, adding "beyond the Lake, there are other necessary infrastructure facilities that will make the entire ecosystem complete" Addressing the occasion, legislators Elisha Odhiambo …

    Kenya engaging Uganda for solution to fishermen harassment in Lake Victoria, PS Omollo says
  3. Capital News

    … hendo beach in West Sakwa, Bondo sub county during a meeting with the fisher folk from Usigu, Rarieda and Bondo sub counties which was attended by among others, Nyanza regional commissioner, Onesmus Kyatha, Siaya county commissioner, Norbert Komora and legislators Elisha Odhiambo …

    Govt engaging Uganda for permanent solution to harassment in Lake Victoria, PS Omollo says.
  4. The Standard

    … MPs Gideon Ochanda (Bondo) and Elisha Odhiambo (Gem) said President Ruto should be allowed to seek political partnerships with other communities without being subjected to conditions.The MPs spoke in Bondo during an engagement meeting with Beach Management Unit (BMU) officials fr …

    MPs defend PS Omollo over remarks on UDA-ODM pact
  5. September 2026
  6. Citizen Digital

    … Ulinzi, meanwhile, will look to Elisha Odhiambo for offensive leadership. Odhiambo has already demonstrated his scoring ability this season, including a 20-point performance in a 67-61 victory over Umoja. …

    Nairobi City Thunder begin title defence as basketball playoffs tip off
  7. August 2026
  8. Capital News

    … Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo said Nyanza had historically played a significant role in shaping the country’s political direction and would continue to influence national politics. …

    Nyanza MPs reject Gachagua’s bid to court region, warn against political provocation
  9. The Standard

    … He issued the statement alongsied Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo, Joshua Aduma (Nyakach), David Ochieng (Ugenya) among others.“For years, Mr Gachagua built a political identity around rhetoric that frequently portrayed Nyanza region and its leadership as being perpetually confrontational …

    ODM MPs tell Gachagua to leave Nyanza alone
  10. Citizen Digital

    'Uhuru is fattening you for roast,' Gem MP Elisha warns Sifuna By Citizen Reporter August 18, 2026 11:25 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gem Member of Parliament Elisha Odhiambo Audio By Vocalize Gem Member …

    'Uhuru is fattening you for roast,' Gem MP Elisha warns Sifuna
  11. July 2026
  12. The Standard

    … The burial attracted senior national and county leaders, including Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, ODM National Chairperson and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Ugunja MP Moses Omondi, Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo, Siaya County Assembly Speaker George Okode and other leader …

    ODM, UDA begin joint manifesto talks as leaders rally behind Ruto's re-election bid
  13. Citizen Digital

    … ipal Secretary Alex Wachira, Gender and Affirmative Action Principal Secretary Anne Wang'ombe, Ugunja MP Moses Omondi, Rangwe MP Lilian Gogo, Awendo MP Walter Owino, Mathare MP Anthony Oluoch, Lang'ata MP Phelix Odiwuor (Jalang'o), Teso North MP Oku Kaunya, Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo …

    ID reforms expanding access to gov't services, PS Omollo says
  14. Citizen Digital

    … ipal Secretary Alex Wachira, Gender and Affirmative Action Principal Secretary Anne Wang'ombe, Ugunja MP Moses Omondi, Rangwe MP Lilian Gogo, Awendo MP Walter Owino, Mathare MP Anthony Oluoch, Lang'ata MP Phelix Odiwuor (Jalang'o), Teso North MP Oku Kaunya, Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo …

    ID reforms expanding access to gov't services, PS Omollo says

Yesterday

  1. Kenya engaging Uganda on Lake Victoria fishermen harassment

    Kenya's Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the government is engaging Uganda through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to address harassment of fishermen in Lake Victoria. The government is also working to strengthen the Kenya Coast Guard Service to improve security and patrol the lake.

    16 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  2. Government engaging Uganda on Lake Victoria fishermen harassment

    Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the government is engaging Uganda to find a permanent solution to harassment of fishermen in Lake Victoria, with the foreign affairs ministry tasked to address the issue. The government is also working to strengthen the Kenya Coast Guard Services to improve security on the lake and has invested in nine fish landing sites and fishing gear provision.

    1 November 2026 · Capital News →

  3. MPs defend PS Omollo's remarks on UDA-ODM political cooperation

    Two ODM lawmakers, Gideon Ochanda and Elisha Odhiambo, defended Interior Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo's comments on calls for a formal coalition agreement between ODM and UDA ahead of 2027, saying President Ruto should be allowed to seek political partnerships without conditions.

    1 November 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Nairobi City Thunder begin title defence in basketball playoffs

    Nairobi City Thunder, who won all 22 regular-season matches, begin their quest for a third successive Kenya Basketball Federation Men's Premier League title as the playoffs start Friday at Nyayo Stadium with the top eight teams competing for national supremacy.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Nyanza ODM MPs reject Gachagua's political outreach to region

    ODM-aligned MPs from Nyanza, led by Seme MP James Nyikal, have rejected former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's attempts to seek political support in the region, accusing him of rewriting his political history and previously criticising Nyanza and its leadership. The lawmakers warned that Nyanza would not be treated as a political trophy and would make its own political decisions based on its interests and democratic convictions.

    26 August 2026 · Capital News →

  2. ODM MPs rebuke Gachagua for changing stance on Nyanza

    A section of Orange Democratic Movement MPs from Nyanza, led by James Nyikal, have told Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua to leave the region alone, accusing him of previously portraying Nyanza as confrontational and hostile to government while now claiming a special relationship with the people ahead of 2027 elections.

    26 August 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Gem MP warns Sifuna of political sidelining ahead of 2027 election

    Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo warned Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna that former President Uhuru Kenyatta and his allies are setting him up for political failure ahead of the 2027 General Election, invoking the historical example of Tom Mboya. Odhiambo, a supporter of President William Ruto, urged Nyanza Region residents to back Ruto for a second term.

    18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 18 July

  1. ODM and UDA begin joint manifesto talks ahead of 2027 election

    The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and United Democratic Alliance (UDA) have appointed five members each to a joint committee tasked with harmonising their policy priorities and crafting a common agenda ahead of the 2027 General Election. National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi urged the Luo community to support President William Ruto's re-election.

    18 July 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 17 July

  1. ID reforms removing barriers to govt services, PS says

    The Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration says the Government's reforms to ease access to national identification documents are helping eliminate barriers to government services, development opportunities and democratic participation, following a presidential directive to issue ID documents to eligible Kenyans without unnecessary obstacles.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Government ID reforms remove barriers to services, PS says

    Principal Secretary Dr Raymond Omollo said the Government's ongoing reforms to ease access to national identification documents are helping eliminate barriers that have long prevented many Kenyans from accessing government services, development opportunities and democratic participation. President William Ruto directed that all eligible Kenyans be issued with identification documents without unnecessary obstacles.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 11 July

  1. PS Omollo urges unity, warns against divisive politics before 2027

    Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo addressed a church service in Siaya County, emphasising that leadership should be measured by integrity and service delivery rather than political confrontation, and cautioning against divisive politics ahead of the 2027 General Election. He highlighted the government's administrative reforms, noting that more than 1,800 administrative units, including 74 sub-counties, have been operationalised.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 4 May

  1. Thunder narrow gap on KPA in basketball league

    Reigning Kenya Basketball Federation Men's Premier League champions Nairobi City Thunder are one point behind league leaders Kenya Ports Authority, with 16 points to KPA's 17. Thunder beat Umoja 78-66 and African Nazarene University 83-79 in weekend matches and remain unbeaten in the past two seasons.

    4 May 2026 · The Standard →

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