Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has declared he will resign as Secretary General of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) if the party chooses to support President William Ruto and his United Democratic Alliance (UDA) in the 2027 General Election.
Speaking during a women’s empowerment fundraiser in Trans Nzoia on Sunday, the vocal lawmaker dismissed recent calls from a section of ODM supporters for his resignation, stating that his loyalty to ODM remains intact so long as the party stays true to its opposition principles.
“I will read all the updates and releases by the party, except one. The day they say ODM has agreed to join hands and support UDA in the 2027 elections that I will not read,” said Sifuna.
Responding to internal party rumblings, Sifuna brushed off criticism that his public statements sometimes deviate from the party line. He reaffirmed his commitment to the ODM cause but made it clear he would not be party to any political deal that aligns ODM with the ruling coalition.
Sifuna also took aim at those angling to replace him, referencing calls for MP Jared Okello to take over the Secretary General role. “I heard some fronting from my friend Jared Okello, saying he is the most articulate and suited to replace me. I want to tell him to be on standby because the moment ODM says it is supporting UDA, I will have no option but to go,” he asserted.
The senator also hinted at the formation of new alliances with leaders who share his opposition to President Ruto’s administration, including Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya. He emphasized that the broader mission of removing Ruto from power transcends party affiliations.
This is not the first time Sifuna has raised the possibility of stepping down. In a recent Citizen TV interview, he spoke candidly about internal tensions and reaffirmed his readiness to relinquish his role if party leadership lost confidence in him.
His comments reflect growing discontent within ODM ranks over perceived softening toward the Kenya Kwanza regime, as pressure mounts on the party to clarify its future political direction
