Arati promises free ODM primaries amid history of disputed nominations
Arati has promised free and fair ODM nominations, including for the Nairobi Senate seat following Winnie Odinga’s entry into the race, as the party confronts a history of contentious primaries ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Kisii Governor Simba Arati pledged free and fair ODM nominations for the Nairobi Senate seat and other party positions during a speech at the first anniversary memorial of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Bondo. This comes amid a history of contentious nominations that have led to disputes over results, candidate selection, and handling of complaints by aspirants.
Winnie Odinga and Phelix Odiwuor are among contenders for the ODM ticket. Arati's promise of free and fair nominations is significant as aspirants prepare for the 2027 General Election. Oburu Odinga, who was recovering from an undisclosed illness, missed the memorial but expressed his support through a speech. He defended the party's participation in the broad-based government, rejecting claims of betrayal, and emphasized the importance of the ODM's vision for Kenya's economic equity, devolution, and institutional integrity.
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