“ODM Will Walk Out Of Broad-Based Government” Coastal Leaders Demand Respect From Ruto’s UDA Party

The political partnership between President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is facing growing uncertainty as grassroots leaders demand respect and equal treatment in the broad-based government.

Likoni MP Mishi Mboko has warned that ODM could withdraw from the arrangement if its interests are ignored, insisting that the party’s support for Ruto’s administration should not be mistaken for weakness.

Speaking at an ODM rally at Makande Grounds in Mvita constituency, Mboko said political alliances could change overnight, challenging UDA leaders not to take the party for granted.

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir echoed her sentiments, saying ODM would consult its supporters on the next political move if disrespect within the partnership continued.

The tensions emerge amid reports that ODM wants a joint 2027 manifesto, the Deputy President’s position and half of Cabinet slots as conditions for supporting Ruto’s re-election.

Meanwhile, political defections involving Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, who moved from UDA to ODM, and Turkana Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai, who joined UDA, have further fuelled speculation about divisions.

Although ODM leader Oburu Oginga and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga have dismissed claims of internal disagreements, concerns persist among grassroots supporters.

Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has promised structured negotiations, saying UDA recognises ODM as an equal partner.

However, Mboko insists the party will demand respect and recognition as negotiations ahead of the 2027 elections gather momentum.

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