Speaking at Kisumu International Airport on April 24, Orengo dismissed allegations that Oburu was part of the initial group that allegedly engaged State House in discussions about the party’s direction.
He instead claimed that a broader plan to align ODM with the ruling administration was conceived earlier, though he did not provide evidence to support the claims.
According to Orengo, the situation has raised concerns among party supporters about ODM’s independence and future.
While maintaining that Oburu was not originally involved, he suggested that his later association with those linked to the discussions had created unease within the party.
The governor also explained his controversial decision to declare himself “People’s Party Leader,” saying he had been urged by supporters to take a stand.
The governor also explained his controversial decision to declare himself “People’s Party Leader,” saying he had been urged by supporters to take a stand.
He outlined his priorities as protecting ODM from being absorbed by the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), safeguarding the legacy of Raila Odinga, and ensuring the party remains politically relevant.
Orengo further criticized reports of ODM leaders holding discussions with UDA at State House, arguing that such engagements undermine the party’s autonomy.
In response, Oburu Oginga rejected Orengo’s claims and dismissed his self-declared leadership role, stating that he does not recognize him as holding any official position within ODM.
The exchange highlights deepening divisions within ODM, with internal disagreements increasingly playing out in public as questions grow over the party’s direction and its relationship with the ruling administration.
Orengo further criticized reports of ODM leaders holding discussions with UDA at State House, arguing that such engagements undermine the party’s autonomy.
In response, Oburu Oginga rejected Orengo’s claims and dismissed his self-declared leadership role, stating that he does not recognize him as holding any official position within ODM.
The exchange highlights deepening divisions within ODM, with internal disagreements increasingly playing out in public as questions grow over the party’s direction and its relationship with the ruling administration.