The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has made a bold declaration ahead of the 2027 general election, stating that it will not return to the opposition but instead focus on forming the next government.
Over the weekend, ODM leaders gathered in Narok County for a church fundraiser and delegates’ meeting, where they unveiled Alfred Pere as their candidate for the Narok Township Ward by-election. The event doubled as a platform for the party to outline its political roadmap and rally supporters.
Suna East MP Junet Mohamed underscored ODM’s determination, saying the party has “struggled for too long” in opposition. He affirmed that ODM will either form the government independently or be part of a winning coalition in 2027.
Party leaders also commended the current broad-based approach to governance, which they credited for visible progress across the country. Narok Senator Ledama Olekina pointed to infrastructure developments, such as the construction of an airport and railway expansion in Narok, as evidence of the benefits of inclusive politics.
In a veiled attack on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, ODM leaders accused him of fueling tribal politics instead of focusing on a national development agenda. They emphasized that ODM remains committed to unity, devolution, and constitutional reforms—values the party says it has championed since Kenya’s transition to the 2010 constitution.
Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi highlighted ODM’s role in pushing for devolution and peacebuilding, noting that the party’s legacy gives it a solid foundation to lead the country in the next election cycle.
The leaders also urged Kenyans, particularly the youth, to register as voters in the upcoming Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) exercise beginning Monday.
As campaigns for 2027 gather pace, ODM’s declaration sets the tone for a highly competitive race. With a strong base and renewed confidence, the party is signaling its readiness to shape Kenya’s political future.
