Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Senator Edwin Sifuna has retreated to Trans Nzoia County following a heated political storm within the party over its future direction in the post–Raila Odinga era.
Sifuna’s recent hardline stance has sparked intense debate inside ODM, pitting him against party colleagues who are pushing for cooperation with President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza administration.
Sifuna has remained firm that ODM should not be “auctioned” to the ruling coalition, insisting that any major political decisions must involve party members and Kenyans at large.
He has openly declared his opposition to backing President Ruto for a second term, arguing that ODM must remain a strong, independent opposition party that speaks for the people rather than political convenience.
Amid the growing tension, the Nairobi Senator travelled to Endebess, Trans Nzoia County, where he sought counsel from veteran politicians in what he described as a consultative mission.
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Speaking after the meeting, Sifuna revealed that he had joined other senior ODM leaders at the farm of former legislator Mzee Fred Gumo for wide-ranging discussions on the party’s future and national politics.
“Mzee Fred Gumo invited ODM Deputy Party Leader Senator Godfrey Osotsi, Saboti MP Hon. Caleb Amisi, Likuyani MP Hon. Innocent Mugabe and myself for a consultative meeting at his farm in Endebess this afternoon,” Sifuna stated. “We have been enriched by Mzee Gumo’s long experience in politics and will forge forward stronger.”
The meeting is seen as a strategic move by Sifuna to consolidate support among like-minded leaders who believe ODM should stay true to its ideals and resist political realignments that could weaken the party’s identity.
Analysts note that the consultations also signal an attempt to calm internal tensions while charting a clear path forward.
As divisions continue to emerge within ODM, Sifuna’s Trans Nzoia retreat underscores the deep conversations taking place behind the scenes as the party grapples with leadership, unity, and relevance in a rapidly shifting political landscape.
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