… The fallout between Wanga, the ODM’s national chairperson, and Orengo began after ODM split into Linda Ground and Linda Mwananchi factions. …
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- May 2026
… With 73 per cent of ODM supporters backing the Sifuna-linked “Linda Mwananchi” faction against 24 per cent for the Oburu-linked “Linda Ground” camp, the message is clear: many opposition supporters want a firmer, more independent and people-centred opposition posture. …
OPINION: Why the Opposition Should Not Misread Ruto’s 24pc Rating… In a survey conducted by TIFA, 73% of respondents expressed support for Sifuna’s faction, with party leader Oburu Oginga only getting 24% support for his Linda Ground. …
73% of ODM supporters back Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi – TIFA Survey… The findings show that 73 per cent of ODM supporters back the Linda Mwananchi faction led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, while only 24 per cent support the pro-government Linda Ground camp associated with Oburu Odinga. …
Broad-based government losing ground nationwide, survey shows… Photo/Courtesy Audio By Vocalize Siaya Governor James Orengo has accused a section of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Linda Ground faction of aligning themselves with President William Ruto, effectively putting the party up for sale. …
Orengo accuses 4 ODM officials of selling party to Ruto, cites private meetings… The Linda Ground faction is supporting Ruto’s re-election, while Linda Mwananchi is supporting Ruto’s ouster from power. …
Kalonzo hints at United Opposition, Linda Mwananchi unity talks- April 2026
… ODM party is facing internal division resulting from rivalry between the Linda Ground and the Linda Mwananchi factions.The Linda Ground faction has sustained criticisms against Sifuna and the Linda Mwananchi members. …
Millie Odhiambo urges ODM leaders to stop attacking SifunaThe scramble to inherit the late ODM leader Raila Odinga’s political empire is expected to take another twist as the Linda Mwananchi faction of ODM lands in Kisumu today for their first rally in the region amid an intense political competition with the Linda Ground faction. …
Battle for Baba's party heats up as rival ODM faction lands in Kisumu… The Linda Mwananchi's Vihiga tour paves the way for the much-touted Kisumu rally on Sunday, which has attracted much criticism from the Linda Ground faction. …
Blame Ruto, Murkomen for insecurity, not police - Sifuna… window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); This as differences within ODM continue to escalate, as rival factions aligned to Linda Mwananchi and Linda Ground …
‘You can be party leader of the birds!’ Oburu tells off Orengo over ODM leadership claims
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Homa Bay women leaders demand apology from Orengo
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Women leaders allied to ODM in Homa Bay County are calling on Siaya Governor James Orengo to apologize for remarks laced with sexual expletives directed at Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, arguing that sex should not be used to belittle people in public forums.
20 May 2026 · The Standard →
Yesterday
Homa Bay women leaders demand apology from Orengo
Women leaders allied to ODM in Homa Bay County are calling on Siaya Governor James Orengo to apologize for remarks laced with sexual expletives directed at Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, arguing that sex should not be used to belittle people in public forums.
20 May 2026 · The Standard →
Sunday 17 May
Opposition risks misreading Ruto's 24% polling lead
A Capital News opinion piece warns that while President Ruto's 24 per cent support in a TIFA Research poll is lower than the combined opposition support, a fragmented opposition field means the incumbent remains the single most preferred candidate and could still win unless opposition leaders unite behind one candidate.
17 May 2026 · Capital News →
Thursday 14 May
TIFA survey: 73% of ODM supporters back Sifuna faction
A TIFA survey found that 73% of ODM supporters back the Linda Mwananchi Group led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, while party leader Oburu Oginga received 24% support for his Linda Ground faction. ODM supporters, according to the survey, favour a more independent, people-centred opposition approach rather than closer cooperation with the government.
14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Broad-based government support drops to 30 percent in nationwide survey
A TIFA survey conducted in May 2026 shows support for President Ruto's broad-based government with the late former PM Raila Odinga has declined sharply since November 2025, falling from 44 percent to 30 percent, while opposition rose from 48 percent to 56 percent. Support has weakened across nearly all regions, including Western Kenya (from 62 to 29 percent), Central Rift (from 60 to 32 percent), Nyanza (from 59 to 49 percent), and Lower Eastern (from 38 to 19 percent).
14 May 2026 · The Standard →
Wednesday 6 May
Orengo accuses four ODM officials of aligning with Ruto
Siaya Governor James Orengo has accused ODM Chairperson Gladys Wanga, Suna East MP Junet Mohamed, and Governors Simba Arati and Abdulswamad Nassir of aligning themselves with President William Ruto and making key party decisions after seeking the Head of State's approval, deepening tensions within ODM.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sunday 3 May
Kalonzo says Linda Mwananchi and United Opposition discussing 2027 coalition
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka says Linda Mwananchi and the United Opposition are in talks to form a coalition ahead of the 2027 General Election, aiming to oust President William Ruto. He expressed optimism that Linda Mwananchi will control Siaya, Kisumu, Homa Bay and Migori counties.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Monday 27 April
Millie Odhiambo urges ODM to halt attacks on Sifuna
National Assembly Minority Whip Millie Odhiambo has warned ODM leaders against attacking Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, arguing that persistent attacks only boost his political profile. Odhiambo said she attempted to intervene to prevent Sifuna's ouster as ODM secretary general but was victimised for expressing dissent.
27 April 2026 · The Standard →
Sunday 26 April
ODM factional battle intensifies as Linda Mwananchi holds Kisumu rally
The Linda Mwananchi faction of ODM is holding its first rally in Kisumu, competing with the rival Linda Ground faction in a struggle over the late Raila Odinga's political legacy that threatens to fragment the party and divide the Nyanza vote.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →
Saturday 25 April
Sifuna blames Ruto and Murkomen for rising insecurity
ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna told a Linda Mwananchi rally in Vihiga that the country's insecurity stems from decisions at the highest levels of government, not from frontline police officers. He accused Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen of misusing police resources while state security is deployed for political interests.
25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Friday 24 April
ODM leader Oburu dismisses Orengo's challenge to his party leadership
ODM party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has rejected Siaya Governor James Orengo's claims that Oburu is unfit to lead and Orengo's declaration that he is the rightful party boss, insisting his election by ODM members is legitimate and binding. Oburu also criticized ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna for defying party structures, as factional tensions within the party escalate.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →