Senator Cherargei Calls for Removal of Edwin Sifuna From ODM Party
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has demanded the immediate removal of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna from his position as the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party Secretary General, accusing him of undermining the party’s unity and political direction.
Cherargei made the remarks on Sunday, October 19, shortly after the burial of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Bondo, Siaya County. He claimed Sifuna was sabotaging ODM’s cooperation with President William Ruto’s broad-based administration.
Cherargei Accuses Sifuna of Undermining ODM Unity
The Nandi Senator alleged that Sifuna was the only ODM leader defying the party’s alignment with Ruto’s government, calling him “the biggest threat to ODM’s growth.”
“The entire ODM leadership, except Sifuna, confirmed that Raila Odinga instructed them to work with President Ruto’s administration under a broad-based government,” Cherargei stated.
He urged ODM’s top leadership to dismiss Sifuna before the end of 2025, arguing that his actions could weaken the party ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Cherargei further accused Sifuna of attempting to undermine the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed earlier in the year between Raila Odinga and President Ruto, claiming he was acting as an “opposition mole” within ODM.
Sifuna Defends ODM’s Independence
During Raila Odinga’s burial ceremony in Bondo, Sifuna defended the party’s independence and dismissed claims of disloyalty. He urged members to remain united under Raila’s guiding principles, emphasizing that ODM would continue to stand on its own.
“Raila was a great man who understood Kenyans. ODM will field candidates in all elective positions in 2027,” Sifuna said.
He reiterated that Raila Odinga had personally stated the party’s intention to contest across the country in the next elections, warning against efforts to silence dissent within ODM.
ODM’s Future After Raila Odinga
Raila’s passing has reignited debate over the future of ODM, which he led for more than two decades. As internal factions emerge, party leaders are expected to meet in the coming weeks to discuss succession plans and reaffirm the party’s political path under the post-Raila era.
