In a dramatic turn of events at a recent rally in Siaya, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party's Linda Ground brigade has turned its guns on Governor Orengo, accusing him of undermining the party's position in the broad-based government. Led by ODM leader Dr. Oburu Oginga, the brigade dismissed a splinter group headed by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, and Governor Orengo, signaling a potential shift in the party's direction. Dr. Oburu, accompanied by ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga, emphasized the late party leader Raila Odinga's role in anchoring ODM within the broad-based government, and vowed to maintain that course. The rally, attended by high-profile MPs, Senators, Governors, and Cabinet Secretaries, including Treasury CS John Mbadi, Mining CS Hassan Joho, and Energy CS James Opiyo Wandayi, was a display of unity under Dr. Oburu's leadership. However, the event also highlighted escalating tensions within the party, with speakers directly accusing Governor Orengo of plotting to dismantle ODM. The Linda Ground brigade pledged unity and urged ODM supporters to reject the Linda Wananchi faction, positioning themselves as the legitimate custodians of the party's legacy. But here's where it gets controversial... The rally also saw speakers declare an all-out campaign to block Orengo's re-election bid in 2027, telling supporters that 'he must go home.' This bold statement raises questions about the future of ODM and the role of Governor Orengo within the party. And this is the part most people miss... The event was a clear display of the party's internal divisions, with some members calling for Orengo's departure and others defending his leadership. This controversy invites discussion and invites the audience to voice their agreement or disagreement in the comments. What do you think? Is this a necessary step for the party's growth, or a potential source of further division?
