Amid growing unease within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), a pivotal National Delegates Convention (NDC) scheduled for October could determine whether Edwin Sifuna retains his position as secretary-general.
The NDC, expected to set the party’s direction heading into the 2027 general elections, will involve reviewing reports from party organs, adopting policy stances, and electing national officials. With Sifuna increasingly at odds with leadership over his vocal opposition to the deal with President Ruto, the upcoming gathering may serve as the stage for his removal from the party’s top ranks.
His outspoken stance—especially his declaration that he would resign if ODM supports Ruto’s re-election—has garnered support from some members but has also drawn criticism from loyalists who argue it undermines unity. As Raila Odinga and President Ruto appear to be moving toward forming a post-election alliance, tensions within the party are mounting.
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