Also known as: Linda Mwananchi brigade · Linda Mwananchi movement · ODM-linked Linda Mwananchi faction · Linda Mwananchi faction · Linda Mwananchi campaign · Linda Mwananchi political brigade · The Linda Mwananchi faction · Linda Mwananchi leaders
Linda Mwananchi — faction of ODM party opposed to the broad-based government, signaling alliance with United Opposition for 2027 election.
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Linda Mwananchi leaders threaten private prosecution against PS Omollo By Erick Owenga May 06, 2026 03:11 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Linda Mwananchi leaders, led by Siaya Governor James Orengo and MP B …
Linda Mwananchi leaders threaten private prosecution against PS OmolloCitizen Digital
… The legislator claimed that officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Nairobi are being deployed to interfere with the Linda Mwananchi political functions without the knowledge of the regional branches. …
Orengo, Babu accuse IG Kanja of working under PS Omollo's ordersCitizen Digital
… "The same was also seen in Mombasa; there were gangs that were deployed to cause chaos." The legislator, who is among the leaders steering the rival Linda Mwananchi faction, said that he is being purged because he does not support ODM's stance in backing President William Ruto's …
Sifuna: Why I did not attend ODM's Mombasa meetingThe Standard
… The MP dismissed claims linking Uhuru to the Linda Mwananchi, terming them baseless, misleading and politically motivated.He maintained that Linda Mwananchi was his initiative and warned against attempts to weaponise it to advance selfish interests or to settle political scores.“ …
Desist from attacking Uhuru, Saboti MP tells Ruto alliesCitizen Digital
… The debate has also drawn reactions from leaders linked to the Linda Mwananchi faction, who defended Kenyatta amid the mounting attacks. …
Senate motion targets Uhuru benefits as Jubilee leaders insist he has right to speakCitizen Digital
Linda Mwananchi questions Ruto’s state visit to Tanzania, says it will cost Kenya By Moses Kinyanjui May 04, 2026 04:45 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter The Linda Mwananchi faction during a rally in Nakuru o …
Linda Mwananchi questions Ruto’s state visit to Tanzania, says it will cost KenyaCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya May 4 – Orange Democratic Movement’s Linda Mwananchi movement has opposed the planned visit and address by William Ruto to the Parliament of Tanzania on Tuesday, describing the move as a betrayal of democratic principles. …
Linda Mwananchi Warns Ruto’s Tanzania Visit Could Undermine Democratic ValuesCitizen Digital
… This comes as the Linda Mwananchi faction, led by Governor Orengo, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino have accused ODM of being coerced by President William Ruto’s government. …
ODM leaders vow to protect party as three-day retreat kicks offCapital News
… His remarks come a day after chaotic scenes disrupted a burial in Seme, where James Orengo accused the State of deploying “goons” and vowed that intimidation would not silence the Linda Mwananchi movement. …
Oburu Appeals for Unity of Purpose in ODM, Urges Leaders to ‘Rise Above Personal Interests’Capital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 3 — Siaya Governor James Orengo has condemned the disruption of a funeral in Seme, accusing the State of deploying “goons” and insisting that intimidation will not silence the Linda Mwananchi movement. …
Orengo Says Intimidation Won’t Silence Linda Mwananchi After Seme Funeral ChaosSupporters of ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna have launched grassroots campaigns across Kakamega, Bungoma, Trans Nzoia, Busia, and Vihiga Counties to popularise his presidential ambitions ahead of the 2027 General Elections. According to a former Bungoma Deputy Governor, the meetings aim to consolidate support for Sifuna's bid and unite the region behind his candidacy.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
Supporters of ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna have launched grassroots campaigns across Kakamega, Bungoma, Trans Nzoia, Busia, and Vihiga Counties to popularise his presidential ambitions ahead of the 2027 General Elections. According to a former Bungoma Deputy Governor, the meetings aim to consolidate support for Sifuna's bid and unite the region behind his candidacy.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
A TIFA poll conducted last month found support for the broad-based government between President William Ruto's Kenya Kwanza administration and the Orange Democratic Movement has fallen sharply by 14 percentage points to 30 per cent, while opposition has surged to 56 per cent.
5 June 2026 · Capital News →
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 →
Rival factions of the Orange Democratic Movement are holding parallel political rallies: the Linda Mwananchi faction in Machakos County with activities including a church service and a 1:00 pm rally in Machakos Town, and the Linda Ground faction led by Senator Oburu Oginga holding a rally branded 'Wabiro Kisumu' at Keremba Grounds in Kisumu County, expected to draw ODM supporters and leaders from western Kenya counties.
31 May 2026 · Capital News →
Opposition leaders have accused the government of neglecting education infrastructure and failing to protect learners, citing the Utumishi Girls Academy fire tragedy in Gilgil as an example of systemic failure marked by overcrowding and poor emergency preparedness.
31 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Linda Mwananchi faction of ODM party sent the clearest signal of a possible strategic alliance with the United Opposition team ahead of next year's General Election during a rally in Machakos town on Sunday.
31 May 2026 · The Standard →
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has rebuked youthful politicians for using funeral gatherings to wage political battles against senior leaders through insults, saying such conduct violates African cultural values and undermines community unity.
30 May 2026 · Capital News →
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 →
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has dismissed allegations by Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi and the Linda Mwananchi faction linking him to a violent attack against the lawmaker in Kisumu last month, calling the claims "street talk" and arguing that accusations of criminal conduct should be pursued through the law.
19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kisumu West MP Roza Buyu has condemned remarks made by James Orengo directed at ODM national chairperson and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, saying they demean women leaders and undermine progress women have made in Kenya's political space. Buyu, defending Wanga's leadership record, said both governors were elected by the people and deserved equal respect regardless of gender.
19 May 2026 · Capital News →
ODM party leader Oburu Oginga has dismissed criticism from the Linda Mwananchi faction questioning his leadership since his brother Raila Odinga's death, saying he has the energy and capacity to lead and that experience remains valuable. He accused the faction of violating party rules and said those who want to rejoin must "come with a coiled tail" and not start from the top.
18 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Orange Democratic Movement leader Oburu Oginga has warned disgruntled members linked to the Linda Mwananchi faction against undermining the party leadership, insisting that internal discipline must be respected and that members openly opposing party policies cannot expect to hold senior roles.
18 May 2026 · Capital News →
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 →
Saboti MP Caleb Amisi, a principal in the Linda Mwananchi movement, has declared there will be no negotiations with the United Opposition coalition on a merger unless Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is picked as the opposition presidential flag bearer. Amisi argued that young people have lost confidence in traditional political leadership and can only be motivated to participate if a member of their generation contests for the presidency.
16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Opposition politicians, including United Opposition principals and ODM's Linda Mwananchi faction leaders, reaffirmed their commitment to build a united force to unseat President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, speaking at the burial of Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka's mother.
16 May 2026 · The Standard →
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua urged Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna to stop using helicopters when traversing the country, claiming the government may go to extreme lengths to silence dissenting voices. Gachagua also called for a united opposition ahead of the 2027 polls to oust President William Ruto.
14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
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 →
ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga held a consultative meeting in Nairobi with party officials and Kakamega leaders to address internal divisions and pressure from the UDA party in the county, which the party considers one of its traditional strongholds.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Bumula MP Jack Wamboka has accused National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula of engineering his removal as chairperson of the Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education, describing the process as politically driven. Wamboka, who is facing a parliamentary probe over bribery, intimidation and misconduct allegations, says his troubles in Parliament began after his election and have escalated under the Speaker's alleged interference.
9 May 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
Linda Mwananchi leaders, including Siaya Governor James Orengo and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, have threatened to institute private prosecution against Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo and Deputy Director of Criminal Investigations John Onyango, accusing them of harassment and framing their supporters with trumped-up charges.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Siaya Governor James Orengo alleged that Inspector General Douglas Kanja is working under Interior PS Raymond Omollo's orders, claiming the Executive is controlling the security organs in breach of the NPS's constitutional independence. Orengo urged the IG to resist such interference and prevent the police from being used to settle political scores.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, ODM Secretary General, did not attend the party's Mombasa meeting on Monday, claiming goons had been deployed to attack him and citing a pattern of hired youth groups causing havoc at meetings when dissenting members attend.
5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has rejected allegations linking former President Uhuru Kenyatta to funding the opposition or the Linda Mwananchi movement, calling the claims baseless and politically motivated. Amisi stated he founded Linda Mwananchi and urged President Ruto's allies to stop attacking Kenyatta and focus instead on addressing national concerns.
5 May 2026 · The Standard →
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has tabled a motion in the Senate to remove retired President Uhuru Kenyatta's state benefits and allowances, arguing that he remains active in politics as Jubilee party leader. Jubilee leaders have dismissed the proposal, insisting Kenyatta has a constitutional right to express himself.
4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Linda Mwananchi political faction has raised concerns over President William Ruto's visit to Tanzania, arguing it lacks reciprocal benefit to Kenyans and that addressing the Tanzanian parliament risks endorsing a regime flagged for democratic integrity issues during its 2025 elections.
4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Orange Democratic Movement's Linda Mwananchi movement has opposed President William Ruto's planned visit and address to Tanzania's Parliament, arguing it risks undermining democratic values and risks legitimizing actions perceived to violate democratic norms. The group criticized Tanzania's general elections, citing arrests and intimidation of opposition leaders, and referenced African Union Election Observer findings that the elections fell short of democratic standards.
4 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Orange Democratic Movement held a three-day retreat in Mombasa, with party leadership urging supporters to remain committed and unified. Party Chairperson Gladys Wanga said the retreat aims to solidify support bases and uphold unity within the faction.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM party leader Oburu Odinga has called on Nyanza region leaders to unite and rise above personal interests, emphasizing that the party's strength lies in diversity but unity of purpose is essential to safeguard its future amid growing internal tensions.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →