The meeting comes at a time when questions are being raised about the future of ODM in Kakamega County and the growing influence of President William Ruto’s UDA party in the region.
Many Kenyans have recalled recent warnings by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who claimed that President Ruto would slowly weaken ODM from within.
Many Kenyans have recalled recent warnings by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who claimed that President Ruto would slowly weaken ODM from within.
At the time, many political observers dismissed those claims and argued that ODM remained strong in its traditional support areas.
However, recent developments in Kakamega have led some people to revisit Gachagua’s remarks.
Reports indicate that Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa may be considering defending his seat in the next election on a UDA ticket instead of ODM.
However, recent developments in Kakamega have led some people to revisit Gachagua’s remarks.
Reports indicate that Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa may be considering defending his seat in the next election on a UDA ticket instead of ODM.
If this happens, it would be a major political shift because Barasa is currently one of ODM’s most important elected leaders.
Kakamega has long been regarded as one of ODM’s strongest counties, and losing its sitting governor would be a significant setback for the party.
The possibility of Barasa moving to UDA has created concern among ODM supporters. Some believe such a move could strengthen President Ruto’s influence in Western Kenya while weakening ODM’s position ahead of future elections.
Others argue that politicians are free to choose parties that they believe best serve their political interests and development goals.
Adding to the growing debate, veteran politician Oburu Odinga has reportedly expressed frustration over the situation. Oburu is said to have challenged Wycliffe Oparanya to engage with Cleophas Malala and work together politically.
According to reports, Oburu believes leaders in the region should unite and send a strong political message to President Ruto in Kakamega.
Kakamega has long been regarded as one of ODM’s strongest counties, and losing its sitting governor would be a significant setback for the party.
The possibility of Barasa moving to UDA has created concern among ODM supporters. Some believe such a move could strengthen President Ruto’s influence in Western Kenya while weakening ODM’s position ahead of future elections.
Others argue that politicians are free to choose parties that they believe best serve their political interests and development goals.
Adding to the growing debate, veteran politician Oburu Odinga has reportedly expressed frustration over the situation. Oburu is said to have challenged Wycliffe Oparanya to engage with Cleophas Malala and work together politically.
According to reports, Oburu believes leaders in the region should unite and send a strong political message to President Ruto in Kakamega.
