Siaya Senator and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party Leader Dr Oburu Oginga has made a significant return to the Senate, using his first address since recovering from illness to call for national unity amid growing political divisions.
Oburu, who addressed his colleagues during Thursday's Senate sitting, urged elected leaders to abandon political hostility and embrace their responsibility of bringing Kenyans together.
According to footage shared by A.M Media on X, the veteran politician delivered a message centred on cooperation, peace and the need to put the country's interests above political differences.
He challenged senators to avoid becoming part of political camps that thrive on attacking opponents, insisting that Parliament should provide leadership in promoting national cohesion.
The ODM leader also addressed the growing debate surrounding his party's decision to work with President William Ruto's administration under the broad-based government arrangement.
Oburu acknowledged that ODM had previously been among the government's strongest critics but explained that its current political direction was guided by considerations beyond individual interests.
He maintained that the decision to cooperate with the administration was informed by the need to safeguard Kenya's stability rather than pursue personal or political benefits.
His remarks come amid continued disagreements within political circles over ODM's relationship with the government, with supporters and critics holding contrasting views about the arrangement.
The broad-based partnership has also raised questions about the future of opposition politics and the direction ODM intends to take ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Oburu's return to the Senate has therefore attracted attention, particularly as the party navigates an increasingly complicated political landscape.
His latest appeal has placed national unity at the centre of the conversation, with the veteran politician urging leaders to choose cooperation over confrontation.
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