Speaking during an interview on JKL on March 25, Wanga explained that although Sifuna is among the listed signatories to the party’s accounts, he is not a mandatory signatory. She clarified that the only required signatory is the party’s National Treasurer, Timothy Bosire.
According to Wanga, once the treasurer signs a cheque, any of the other authorized signatories can co-sign to complete transactions.
She said claims linking Sifuna’s absence to financial problems in ODM are misleading and not true.
Wanga also defended ODM’s financial strength, noting that the party receives public funding as one of the largest political parties in Kenya.
She added that ODM has managed to hold major events, including National Delegates Conferences, for over 20 years without facing funding challenges.
Her remarks come just hours before a crucial Special Delegates Convention set for Friday, March 27, 2026, at Jamhuri Park in Nairobi. One of the key agenda items will be the ratification of leadership changes following the recent removal of Sifuna as Secretary General.
Wanga urged Sifuna to attend the meeting as a legitimate delegate instead of organizing parallel events.
However, Sifuna has maintained that he has not signed any cheques recently and questioned the source of funds used in ODM activities, including the “Linda Ground” rallies. He insists that the last funds he approved were for the party’s 20th anniversary celebrations.
The dispute highlights growing tensions within ODM as the party heads into a decisive meeting.