Oburu Oginga assumes ODM leader role
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has officially appointed Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga as the new Party Leader, succeeding the late Raila Odinga
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has officially appointed Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga as the new Party Leader, succeeding the late Raila Odinga.
In a statement on Thursday, November 13, Suna East MP Junet Mohammed confirmed the development, noting that the decision was made during the ODM National Governing Council (NGC) meeting held in Mombasa.
“I congratulate Sen. Dr. Oburu Odinga on his assumption of the ODM Party Leader role. The ODM National Governing Council (NGC) sitting in Mombasa has this evening approved and affirmed Dr. Oburu as the new Party Leader, to take over from the departed dear leader, Raila Odinga,” he said.
In a separate statement, the ODM Party announced a series of additional leadership appointments approved during the same meeting.
“Also approved are Deputy Party Leaders Abdulswamad Nassir, Simba Arati and Godfrey Osotsi. Others are Vice Chairpersons Ariko Namoit and Otiende Amollo. Kisumu Woman Rep Ruth Odinga and Kisumu West MP Rosa Buyu had their appointments as Deputy Organizing Secretary and Secretary of Political Affairs respectively.
“They assume office subject to ratification by the National Delegates Convention (NDC),” the statement read.
Oburu was first appointment the party’s Acting Leader on Thursday, October 16, following the confirmation of Raila’s passing.
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In a statement, the party confirmed that the decision was made during an NEC meeting, which unanimously agreed to have Oburu take up the leadership role in an acting capacity.
“The National Executive Committee (NEC) has this morning met and unanimously endorsed the designation of the Senator of Siaya County Dr. Oburu Oginga as the Acting Party Leader. This appointment takes effect immediately,” ODM said in its statement at the time.
Meanwhile, this comes barely a day after Ruth hinted at the possibility of a presidential bid in 2027 under the ODM party.
Speaking on Wednesday, November 12, Ruth said she possesses the experience and vision required to seek the country’s top office.
“Nothing stops me from contesting for the presidency. I have all it takes. But first, I want to see a vibrant ODM that is a safe space for everyone,” she said.
Ruth, who is the sister of the late ODM leader Raila Odinga, also addressed the question of Luo leadership following his passing.
She maintained that Raila had already put in place measures to ensure the community’s political and cultural continuity.
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