Also known as: Dr. Oburu Oginga · party leader Oburu Oginga · the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader · Oburu as party leader · Sen. (Dr.) Oburu Oginga · Dr Oburu Oginga · ODM Leader Oburu Oginga · Dr. Oburu
Senator and ODM party leader whose coalition negotiations with Kenya Kwanza administration have sparked internal party factional tensions.
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Audio By VocalizeSiaya Governor James Orengo now claims he has assumed additional responsibilities within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), saying he is stepping in to perform duties linked to party deputy leader Oburu Oginga. …
Orengo declares himself ODM's acting party leader as rival factions clashCitizen Digital
‘You can be party leader of the birds!’ Oburu tells off Orengo over ODM leadership claims By Melita Ole Tenges April 24, 2026 09:07 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter ODM party leader Dr. …
‘You can be party leader of the birds!’ Oburu tells off Orengo over ODM leadership claimsCitizen Digital
… Oburu Oginga. Speaking at a separate event in Kisumu, Atandi called on residents to accompany him to the Sunday Linda Mwananchi rally. …
Orengo now declares himself the 'people’s party leader' of ODMCitizen Digital
… Twitter Audio By Vocalize With barely two days until the planned Linda Mwananchi political rally in Kisumu, Alego Usonga Member of Parliament Samuel Atandi has cautioned the team against what he said was disrespecting the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Oburu Oginga …
'We will deal with you!' MP Atandi warns Linda Mwananchi ahead of Kisumu rallyODM leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has insisted that any coalition agreement between ODM and the ruling UDA ahead of the next General Election must be based on a 50-50 power-sharing formula, with all seats including the presidency up for negotiation.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has insisted that any coalition agreement between ODM and the ruling UDA ahead of the next General Election must be based on a 50-50 power-sharing formula, with all seats including the presidency up for negotiation.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Senate will challenge a High Court decision that awarded former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua KSh50 million in compensation for infringement of his right to a fair trial, with Senate Speaker Amason Kingi arguing the court's finding was erroneous and that the Judiciary should not interfere with the Senate's constitutional mandate to conduct impeachment trials.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
Former Siaya Governor Cornel Rasanga has announced his candidacy for the Siaya Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, challenging incumbent Senator Oburu Oginga to contest and alleging an earlier agreement that Oginga would serve one term before stepping aside.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The ODM party staged an intervention to rejuvenate its grassroots support, with leaders making passionate pleas for unity. ODM party leader Oburu Oginga said he is ready to quit if supporters think he is divisive.
1 June 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party is described as staggering towards a make-or-break period as perceived political missteps by the party's leadership threaten the historic party's future.
31 May 2026 · The Standard →
DAP-Kenya Party leader Eugene Wamalwa and Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula clashed over whether Western Kenya should support President William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid or the opposition coalition. Savula, now in the UDA, argued the Luhya community should back Ruto's second-term bid, citing development projects from the Kenya Kwanza administration.
30 May 2026 · The Standard →
Speaker Moses Wetang'ula praised ODM leaders for supporting the broad-based government, saying cooperation has strengthened national unity and inclusive governance. At a funeral in Busia County, Western Kenya leaders including Wetang'ula urged the Luhya community to unite and consolidate political strength, noting the region should support President Ruto's re-election bid in 2027 in exchange for negotiating the Deputy President position and positioning for the presidency in 2032.
29 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Orange Democratic Movement is at a crossroads, with two factions emerging following the departure of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who had led the party with a firm grip for 20 years, raising concerns over the party's survival.
29 May 2026 · The Standard →
ODM party leader Oburu Oginga warned aspirants at a Kisumu meeting that the party will not tolerate bribery during nominations and will insist on free and fair processes, telling candidates they should serve their people rather than pursue elective office as a path to wealth.
25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Orange Democratic Movement says it may not field a presidential candidate in 2027, instead prioritizing winning elective seats to strengthen its bargaining power in coalition negotiations. Party leader Oburu Oginga emphasized that the party's influence would depend on the number of MPs, MCAs, and presidential votes it delivers.
25 May 2026 · Capital News →
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 →
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has responded to controversial remarks by her Siaya counterpart James Orengo, accusing him of using language that demeans women in leadership. The public fallout occurs as political pressure mounts against Orengo, with a section of Members of County Assembly reportedly threatening impeachment proceedings over alleged insubordination to ODM party leadership.
22 May 2026 · Capital News →
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 →
ODM party leader Oburu Oginga acknowledged the impact of rising fuel prices on Kenyans and attributed the global spike to geopolitical tensions, including US actions against Venezuela and conflict involving Iran. He pledged to engage National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and President William Ruto to explore reducing fuel taxes.
17 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
ODM leader Oburu Oginga says the party's collaboration with the Kenya Kwanza administration has delivered economic and political gains, including a projected 5.3 per cent GDP growth and fair distribution of the Ksh.5 trillion development budget.
16 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 Research survey shows Deputy President Kithure Kindiki with 59 per cent support as the preferred running mate for President Ruto in the 2027 General Election, despite recent pressure from politicians, including ODM-linked leaders, urging consideration of a new deputy.
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 →
Lurambi MP Titus Khamala has called for Co-operatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya to be given a central role in ODM leadership, saying it would demonstrate respect for Luhya community support and help unify the party amid internal divisions.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has invited applications from candidates interested in various positions in the 2027 general elections, with a deadline of June 30, 2026. Aspirants can apply for the presidency, governor, senator, county woman representative, National Assembly member, or county assembly member positions through the party's online portal.
12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Orange Democratic Movement has invited applications from members for six elective positions—president, governor, senator, county woman representative, member of parliament, and member of the county assembly—with a deadline of June 30, 2026. The announcement comes as ODM and Kenya Kwanza begin coalition negotiations for the 2027 election, though talks remain stalled over the deputy president position and zoning arrangements.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →
An ODM retreat intended to strategise coalition engagement with President Ruto's side over 2027 became a factional dispute within the Oburu Oginga-led wing, with high-ranking politicians split over three Cabinet Secretaries' bid to join the party's Central Management Committee.
11 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto pledged to build 40 modern classrooms at Maseno School in Kisumu to benefit 1,600 students, with 20 classrooms to be completed before the end of the year to allow admission of an additional 800 students in January 2027. The Ministry of Lands and Housing will also build dormitories for 2,000 students and the Education ministry will construct a multipurpose hall.
9 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has addressed public concern over his reduced public appearances, assuring Kenyans he is healthy and actively managing party affairs. He said his absence from public view was deliberate to allow the party structure to function independently, noting the party does not revolve around one individual.
8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga posted videos and photos of himself playing golf on Friday, resurfacing after a brief absence from the public eye that raised questions about his health. His office dismissed reports questioning his health and political relevance, characterizing them as "malicious," and explained that his recent absence was part of the party's strategic decision.
8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →