East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament Winnie Odinga has firmly dismissed claims that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is grappling with internal divisions.
Speaking on Saturday in Murang’a County, Winnie rejected suggestions that ODM has splintered into rival factions, saying the party continues to operate under collective leadership led by Oburu Oginga. She insisted the party remains united, stable, and rooted in the principles laid down by its founder, the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga
“I don’t know where you have seen those factions,” she said.
Winnie emphasized her personal and political loyalty to ODM’s leadership, making it clear that she has never aligned herself with any faction within the party.
“The party leader is my uncle. I love him. He is the only father I have left. There is never a day I would be in a faction, and he is not there. He is the head of my family, and I am always with him.”
She acknowledged that internal debates and differing opinions exist within ODM, noting that such discussions are normal in any large political organization. However, she cautioned against interpreting healthy debate as division.
“We are together. We’ve had differences of opinion on certain things, but the most important thing is we stick together,” Winnie saidy.
The EALA legislator further stressed that the party remains anchored in the values and discipline instilled by her father, which she said continue to guide its members and leadership.
“Baba taught us well. Nobody is leaving. The only ones who leave are those who have a problem with what he taught us.”
Her remarks come amid speculation about the future of ODM and shifting political alignments, with party leaders insisting that unity and adherence to founding ideals remain central to its identity and direction.
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