ODM leader Oburu Odinga has dismissed claims that the Orange Democratic Movement is uninterested in the Deputy President (DP) position, stating that the party is actively targeting the influential seat ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking during a public engagement on Thursday, Oburu said reports suggesting ODM had abandoned interest in the DP position were misleading and politically motivated.
“Some people claim I said ODM is not interested in the DP position. That seat is exactly what we are aiming for,” Oburu stated, signaling the party’s renewed focus on strengthening its bargaining power in future political alliances.
His remarks come at a time when ODM is facing internal turbulence following the controversial removal of Edwin Sifuna as the party’s Secretary-General.
The leadership wrangles have sparked intense debate within the party, with some observers questioning ODM’s strategic direction as Kenya’s political landscape continues to shift.
Oburu insisted that despite the ongoing disagreements, ODM remains a formidable political force with a clear roadmap for 2027.
He emphasized that the DP position is crucial in shaping government policy and ensuring the party’s agenda is represented at the highest level of leadership.
According to him, ODM is determined to remain competitive and influential in national politics.
Political analysts view Oburu’s statement as a signal that ODM is preparing to negotiate from a position of strength as coalition talks gradually begin taking shape.
Some believe the party’s interest in the DP seat could influence future alliances and realignments, especially as political camps reorganize ahead of the next election cycle.