Businessman and philanthropist Oketch Sella has sparked a heated political debate after a controversial online post expressing his support for President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Sella, who has long been associated with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and was widely regarded as an adopted political son of veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga, appears to have shifted his political allegiance.
In his latest social media post, he announced plans to launch a movement aimed at backing President Ruto’s bid for a second term.
“We shall soon be launching a strong and focused movement to support President William Ruto in securing a second term,” Sella stated. He added that the initiative would focus on “continuity, progress, and building on the foundation already laid for the people of Kenya.”
The statement has triggered backlash from a section of Kenyans, particularly ODM supporters, who accuse Sella of abandoning the party he once publicly championed.
Critics online argue that his sudden political shift undermines the loyalty he previously displayed toward Raila Odinga and the ODM fraternity.
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Some users took to social media to question his motives, with others suggesting that his move reflects a broader trend of political realignments as the country gradually approaches the next election cycle. “You stood with ODM when it mattered, what changed?” one user posed, echoing the sentiments of many.
However, Sella defended his stance, emphasizing that leadership should be about long-term vision rather than short-term political affiliations.
“Leadership is not a one-term conversation—it is about finishing what has been started and taking the country to the next level,” he noted.
As reactions continue to pour in, Sella’s declaration highlights the shifting dynamics within Kenya’s political landscape, where alliances are increasingly fluid and often driven by emerging interests.
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