Mama Ida Odinga has challenged leaders and supporters who stood firmly behind the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga to demonstrate their loyalty by fully supporting the broad based government without reservations.
Ida's remarks are likely to reignite debate within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) over its working relationship with President William Ruto's administration particularly as political realignments ahead of the 2027 General Election continue to take shape.
She urged those who benefited from Raila's political leadership and enjoyed his trust to remain committed to the direction he supported arguing that loyalty should be demonstrated through actions rather than words.
Her message comes at a time when ODM is experiencing internal divisions over its cooperation with the Kenya Kwanza administration.
While some leaders have supported continued engagement with Ruto's government others have expressed reservations calling for clear agreements and guarantees before fully committing to the arrangement.
The broad-based government emerged from political consultations between Raila and President Ruto following the widespread Gen Z led protests in 2024 with the aim of promoting national unity and addressing challenges facing the country.
Ida's latest appeal could put additional pressure on ODM leaders who have questioned the arrangement especially those who previously presented themselves as loyal defenders of Raila's political legacy.
Her position also adds another dimension to the ongoing debate about the future of ODM and its role in the 2027 political contest.
As divisions continue to emerge, the party faces the difficult task of balancing Raila's legacy, internal interests and its relationship with President Ruto's administration.
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