ODM party leader Oburu Oginga during the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Special Delegates Convention at the ASK Dome, Jamhuri Expo Centre in Nairobi.

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ODM lawmakers perceived to be rebels within the party in the Luo Nyanza region could face an uphill task defending their seats, with the party insisting that only politicians loyal to it will be awarded nomination tickets.

ODM is in a political cooperation arrangement with UDA and has maintained that it must be allowed to retain its political strongholds in the 2027 General Election.

ODM Party Leader Dr Oburu Oginga recently promised free and fair nominations but insisted that loyalty to the party is a must as they work on an election agreement with UDA.

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The party's position has raised questions over whether some MPs perceived to be disloyal to ODM will retain their seats or secure party tickets.

South Suba MP Caroli Omondi has already stated openly that he may not defend his seat on an ODM ticket because he leans towards the Linda Mwananchi faction.

Azimio Coalition Secretary-General Caroli Omondi addressing delegates at Ufungamano House in Nairobi on June 16,2026.

On the other hand, Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo and Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Adhiambo Odinga are among leaders whose positions on various political developments within ODM have raised questions about their loyalty.

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Winnie Odinga, daughter of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has also not publicly declared which faction she supports, although sources indicate that she is eyeing a political seat in 2027.

📰 Source: Nation Africa