A group of elders from Trans Nzoia County has come out strongly against Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Saboti MP Caleb Amisi, calling on the two leaders to resign following their recent threats to quit the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party.
The elders’ reaction follows statements made by the two lawmakers, who warned they would abandon the party if ODM leader Raila Odinga decides to back President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.
Speaking during a press conference on Tuesday, August 5, the elders accused the two politicians of making reckless and divisive remarks, insisting that their statements were not only disrespectful to the party leadership but also unfit for leaders holding public office.
“We are here to condemn their utterances. If they feel that strongly about leaving ODM, then they should do so and seek fresh mandates from the people without hiding behind Raila’s name,” said one elder.Another added, “They should resign today, and let’s see if they can stand on their own without ODM. That’s the only way to know whether they do have support from people.”Their comments come after Senator Sifuna, who also serves as ODM’s Secretary General, publicly stated that he would not support any alliance between ODM and President Ruto’s UDA party.
During a public gathering on Sunday, August 3, Sifuna said he remains loyal to ODM’s ideals but would draw the line if the party considers working with the Kenya Kwanza administration.
“I will read all party statements except one. The day ODM announces it’s backing UDA in 2027, I won’t read that,” he told the crowd.
MP Amisi on his part echoed similar sentiments, stating that while he has been loyal and served ODM faithfully, he would reconsider his position if the party continues collaborating with Kenya Keanza, Ruto’s government.
“I was elected on an ODM ticket. But if ODM continues moving closer and working with Kenya Kwanza, I’ll have to look for another party to run on in 2027,” Amisi said during a rally on July 29.
The unfolding heat highlights growing tense moments within the opposition party as talk of shifting alliances intensifies ahead of the next general election.
