Anxiety Grows Over ODM SG Sifuna’s Fate as his supporters gripped today on reports emerging from the Orange Democratic Movement’s National Executive Committee meeting in Mombasa, where key resolutions left his camp worried about his future in the party.
The gathering at PrideInn Hotel saw heated talks on leadership and direction, with key leaders shown the door, as Sifuna and close allies were notably absent, fuelling whispers of a push to sideline him as Secretary General.
The senator is alleged to have skipped the session along with figures like Godfrey Osotsi, signalling deep splits within ODM. Party leader Oburu Oginga chaired the discussion, pushing the formal exit of the Azimio coalition and handling internal discipline.
Sources say some members accused Sifuna of going rogue on party lines, especially regarding cooperation with the government. That absence spoke volumes – boycotts are rare and usually mean trouble brewing.
Supporters close to Sifuna stay nervous. One ally told reporters off-record the meeting felt like a setup, with resolutions aimed at clipping the wings of vocal critics.
Online, his backers posted worry mixed with defiance: “They can’t touch SG; he’s the voice of youth.” Others feared worse – replacement talks or suspension threats floating quietly. Past warnings from the central committee about his position added fuel, with fresh memories of January tensions.
Oburu kept firm publicly, declaring Azimio “moribund” and saying it was time for ODM to stand alone. That shift could isolate Sifuna’s side, seen closer to the opposition’s hard line.
Resolutions covered reforms too, some say cleaning house on dissenters. No direct attack is named, but the timing hits hard – Sifuna is outspoken on governance, youth jobs, and party democracy.
The gathering in Mombasa was for high-ranking officials, and the conference on the coast was for delegates. PrideInn was busy, but the absence of people like Sifuna jumped out.
He hasn’t said anything yet, which has led to a lot of speculation. Allies defend loyalty by stating he fights for the little guy while others get close to power.
This split demonstrates how ODM is hurting after the election. Deals to work together got members cabinet positions, but they also caused a divide between purists and pragmatists. Sifuna leads the loudest detractors; his camp feels targeted and anxious. Supporters are gathering online, and hashtags are becoming popular in the area.
The party says that unity is important, but there is no official word on Sifuna’s destiny. But absences and resolutions don’t answer all the questions. Kenya watches close — does ODM shape opposition, and do internal fights weaken or strengthen it?
For now, Sifuna camp holds its breath, hoping the storm passes. Politics turns quickly; today’s worry is tomorrow’s reality. Meeting over, the real test starts now.
