Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has strongly criticised a joint Parliamentary Group meeting between the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), accusing leaders involved of disrespecting the legacy of Raila Odinga.
The meeting was convened to review the progress of a 10-point agenda that had been agreed upon by the former Prime Minister and President William Ruto.
However, Sifuna argued that the gathering misrepresented the intentions of the veteran opposition leader.
Sifuna Accuses Leaders of Misusing Raila’s Name
In a strongly worded post on X, the ODM Secretary-General accused political leaders of invoking Raila’s name while allegedly undermining the vision he had set out in the agreement.
“Baba they have woken up today to mock your Legacy while swearing in your name. You do not have to be an English Professor to understand what Baba wanted. It’s there in black and white,” Sifuna wrote.
The Nairobi senator insisted that the agreement clearly outlined how its implementation was to be monitored and reported.
“Progress reports to him every two months and a final report to the Public last Saturday. Now they are putting words in a dead man’s mouth. Give us a signal, Jakom!” he added.
Growing Debate Over ODM–UDA Cooperation
Sifuna’s criticism comes amid growing speculation about closer cooperation between ODM and UDA in Parliament.
The outspoken senator has consistently opposed the proposed partnership and has questioned the structure of the 10-point agenda itself.
According to Sifuna, the agreement lacks clear timelines and accountability mechanisms that would ensure its objectives are achieved.
His remarks echo concerns raised by some members within ODM who believe the party leadership may be bypassing established internal procedures in favour of highly publicised cooperation with the ruling coalition.
The debate continues to stir discussions within ODM as questions emerge over the party’s future direction and its evolving relationship with UDA in the current political landscape.
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