Also known as: Orange Democratic Movement Director of Communications Philip Etale · Mr Etale
ODM Director of Communication who has issued statements regarding party leader Oburu Oginga's health and disciplinary proceedings.
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Citizen Digital
… ODM Director of Communications Philip Etale had also sought to calm public concern earlier in the day, saying the party leader was “very okay.” “When people start questioning about the whereabouts of somebody, that tells you how important that person is. …
'I’m not sick, I’m not abducted': Oburu addresses public concern over absenceCitizen Digital
… The clarification followed a prior statement by ODM Director of Communications Philip Etale who also sought to allay public concern over Oburu’s whereabouts following days of absence from public engagements. …
Oburu resurfaces, breaks silence after absence sparks speculationCapital News
… ODM Communications Director Philip Etale dismissed the reports as false and politically motivated. …
Oburu Resurfaces, Dismisses Rumours Amid Health SpeculationCitizen Digital
… ODM Director of Communication Philip Etale, on Friday, clarified that the party leader is in stable condition and remains actively engaged in party affairs. …
'He is very okay,' ODM assures public on Oburu Oginga after days of absenceYoung people attending the first anniversary of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's death chanted for ODM party leader Oburu Oginga at Migwena grounds. Raila's widow Ida Odinga said Oburu was unwell and on doctor's orders to rest and avoid large gatherings.
15 October 2026 · The Standard →
Young people attending the first anniversary of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's death chanted for ODM party leader Oburu Oginga at Migwena grounds. Raila's widow Ida Odinga said Oburu was unwell and on doctor's orders to rest and avoid large gatherings.
15 October 2026 · The Standard →
The family of ODM leader Oburu Oginga has cautioned Kenyans against spreading false reports about his health following online rumours. The family said Oburu was recuperating after weeks of treatment locally and abroad, and urged the public to allow him time to recover before returning to active public life.
13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM leaders and government officials have dismissed social media reports about Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga's health, though his close aides confirmed he has been admitted to the intensive care unit at Nairobi Hospital. Governor Gladys Wanga said she visited the 83-year-old senator and found him in good spirits, while government communications strategist Dennis Itumbi urged the public to disregard the reports.
6 October 2026 · Capital News →
ODM party leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga has travelled to the United Kingdom for a routine medical examination following a brief stay at a Nairobi hospital. According to the party's communications director, he is expected to return on Saturday.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
ODM leader Oburu Oginga has confirmed he travelled to the United Kingdom for a routine medical check-up on the advice of his doctors and party leadership. He assured party members that ODM has strong enough structures to operate in his absence.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Orange Democratic Movement leader Oburu Oginga flew to the United Kingdom on Sunday for what the party describes as a routine medical check-up, according to ODM Director of Communications Philip Etale. Oginga is expected to return to the country on Saturday, days after a brief hospital visit on September 1 that he said was for a general check-up.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Siaya senator Oburu Oginga travelled to the United Kingdom for a routine medical check-up days after a brief hospital visit in Nairobi on September 1. ODM confirmed he was well and expected to return to Kenya on Saturday.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Abubakar Zein, a former EALA MP and prominent activist in Kenya's 2010 constitutional reform process, has died while undergoing treatment at a Nairobi hospital. He served as a commissioner for the People's Commission of Kenya and was later appointed to the Constitution Review Commission, and also worked as a fine artist and Director at the Orature Collective.
10 July 2026 · The Standard →
Activists and opposition figures accused the government of deliberately intimidating Kenyans ahead of Gen Z-led commemorations marking two years since the protests, while security agencies warned they were prepared to respond to any unrest. Demonstrators are expected to take to the streets on June 25.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
ODM Director of Communication Philip Etale argued that Edwin Sifuna's decision to skip the party's disciplinary tribunal and send lawyers instead may have sealed his fate, stating that party members must appear in person before committees to receive a fair hearing.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
Orange Democratic Party leader Oburu Odinga has reappeared after nearly two weeks out of the public eye, dismissing health speculation with a video from Kisumu where he said he was playing golf. ODM officials stated he remains active in party affairs and rejected reports he had been flown abroad for specialised treatment.
8 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Orange Democratic Movement has moved to dispel speculation over party leader Dr Oburu Oginga's whereabouts after days of absence from public engagements, with ODM's Director of Communication Philip Etale clarifying that Oginga is in stable condition and remains actively engaged in party affairs.
8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →