Speaking during a public rally held at Tononoka Grounds in Mombasa on Sunday, March 29, Sifuna made it clear that he does not recognize the leadership direction taken by the party following recent internal changes.
His remarks have further intensified the ongoing political tensions within ODM.
The outspoken senator said his long working relationship with the late ODM leader Raila Odinga set a leadership standard he believes cannot be matched by the current leadership structure led by Siaya
The outspoken senator said his long working relationship with the late ODM leader Raila Odinga set a leadership standard he believes cannot be matched by the current leadership structure led by Siaya
Senator Oburu Odinga.
“I cannot be the Secretary-General of mediocrity,” Sifuna told the crowd during the rally. “I worked closely with Raila Odinga for over nine years, and I cannot now serve under leadership that does not reflect the values he stood for.”
Sifuna’s remarks come at a time when the party is experiencing growing divisions between factions loyal to different leaders within ODM.
“I cannot be the Secretary-General of mediocrity,” Sifuna told the crowd during the rally. “I worked closely with Raila Odinga for over nine years, and I cannot now serve under leadership that does not reflect the values he stood for.”
Sifuna’s remarks come at a time when the party is experiencing growing divisions between factions loyal to different leaders within ODM.
One faction, popularly known as Linda Mwananchi, has been vocal in criticizing the party’s new leadership structure and direction.
During the rally in Mombasa, Sifuna was accompanied by several leaders allied to the Linda Mwananchi faction, including Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and other ODM figures who have been mobilizing supporters across the country.
The group has been organizing public gatherings aimed at strengthening opposition against President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 general election.
According to Sifuna, the Linda Mwananchi movement was formed to protect the ideals that defined ODM during Raila Odinga’s leadership and to ensure the party remains focused on defending the interests of ordinary Kenyans.
“Our mission is to defend the voice of the people and ensure that the current government does not secure another term in office,” Sifuna said during the rally.
His remarks also reflect the broader political realignments currently taking place within ODM following leadership transitions that have left some members dissatisfied.
Some party officials argue that the disagreements risk weakening ODM’s unity at a time when Kenya’s political landscape is already shifting ahead of the next general election.
Observers note that the public exchange of criticism among senior ODM leaders could deepen divisions within the party if efforts are not made to reconcile the competing factions.
Meanwhile, other ODM leaders have called for calm, urging members to prioritize party unity and internal dialogue instead of public confrontations.
Despite the tensions, the Linda Mwananchi faction continues to hold rallies and political meetings across the country, signaling that the internal contest for influence within ODM is far from over.
During the rally in Mombasa, Sifuna was accompanied by several leaders allied to the Linda Mwananchi faction, including Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and other ODM figures who have been mobilizing supporters across the country.
The group has been organizing public gatherings aimed at strengthening opposition against President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 general election.
According to Sifuna, the Linda Mwananchi movement was formed to protect the ideals that defined ODM during Raila Odinga’s leadership and to ensure the party remains focused on defending the interests of ordinary Kenyans.
“Our mission is to defend the voice of the people and ensure that the current government does not secure another term in office,” Sifuna said during the rally.
His remarks also reflect the broader political realignments currently taking place within ODM following leadership transitions that have left some members dissatisfied.
Some party officials argue that the disagreements risk weakening ODM’s unity at a time when Kenya’s political landscape is already shifting ahead of the next general election.
Observers note that the public exchange of criticism among senior ODM leaders could deepen divisions within the party if efforts are not made to reconcile the competing factions.
Meanwhile, other ODM leaders have called for calm, urging members to prioritize party unity and internal dialogue instead of public confrontations.
Despite the tensions, the Linda Mwananchi faction continues to hold rallies and political meetings across the country, signaling that the internal contest for influence within ODM is far from over.
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