Gladys Wanga Breaks Silence on ODM’s Direction, Sends Message to Sifuna and Babu Owino

Gladys Wanga has called on the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to strengthen its political influence, saying the party must focus on building its power instead of engaging in disputes involving leaders such as Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino. She also described John Mbadi as increasingly becoming a key figure in matters concerning the country’s finances.

Gladys Wanga has called on the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to strengthen its political influence and focus on building the party rather than engaging in disputes involving leaders such as Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino. She also pointed to John Mbadi’s growing role in financial matters, making remarks that have drawn attention to the party’s internal political discussions.

Wanga, who serves as Homa Bay Governor and ODM chairperson, made the remarks in a video shared on Facebook. In her comments, she appeared to urge party members to concentrate on strengthening ODM as Mbadi continues serving as Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury.

“Ndio Mbadi azidi kuwa waziri wa PESA, lazima ODM ipate NGUVU, wachaneni na kina SIFUNA na BABU,” Wanga said in Kiswahili. Her remarks can be translated as saying that Mbadi is increasingly becoming a powerful figure in financial matters, while ODM needs to gain strength and its members should stop focusing on Sifuna and Babu.

The comments touch on the wider question of ODM’s direction and the role its leaders should play in shaping the party’s future. As one of Kenya’s established political parties, ODM has several prominent figures whose views and political ambitions can influence its internal discussions.

Sifuna and Babu Owino are among the politicians associated with the party. Their political positions and public statements have attracted attention as leaders discuss the party’s future and its place in the country’s changing political landscape.

Wanga’s remarks suggest that she wants ODM members to place greater emphasis on the party’s strength rather than individual disagreements. However, the available video information does not establish whether she was responding to a specific dispute involving the two leaders.

Mbadi’s position in the national government also places him at the centre of financial policy discussions. His responsibilities include overseeing the National Treasury, which plays a major role in preparing the national budget and managing public finances.

The full context of Wanga’s remarks remains unclear from the available clip. It is also not clear whether Sifuna, Babu Owino or Mbadi has responded to her comments.

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