ODM party leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga Odinga has resigned as Chairperson of the Senate Energy Committee, announcing his decision during a meeting of the panel on Tuesday, August 11.

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Oburu said his resignation was prompted by circumstances beyond his control, without providing further details on the reasons behind his decision.

The veteran politician was elected to chair the Senate Energy Committee on February 20, 2025, replacing Nyeri Senator Wamatinga Wahome, who had served in the position for about 18 months.

The development comes nearly two months after Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, now Oburu’s political opponent, was removed from the Senate Energy Committee in a reshuffle of standing committees announced on June 17 this year.

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Following his resignation, Elgeyo Marakwet Senator William Kisang, who was serving as his vice-chairperson, has been elected as the chairman of the Energy Committee.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke