Godfrey Osotsi Rejects ODM Delegates’ Meeting
Godfrey Osotsi, a senior Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) official, has taken a firm stand. He says he and his group will not attend the delegates’ meeting that has been called by the Linda Ground faction of the party.
This decision has added fresh tension inside ODM, which is already facing divisions. Osotsi made it clear that the meeting organised by the Linda Ground members does not represent the true wishes of the party. He believes it is not properly arranged and therefore lacks legitimacy.
For a long time, ODM has been struggling with internal fights between different groups. Osotsi and his supporters argue that the planned delegates’ meeting was called without following the correct party rules and without involving all key leaders. They say attending it would only give strength to a side that is working against the real unity of ODM. Instead of going to the meeting, Osotsi’s camp is calling for a more inclusive process that brings everyone together in a fair way. This bold rejection shows how deep the split has become in one of Kenya’s biggest political parties.
The announcement by Godfrey Osotsi is likely to make the current crisis in ODM even worse. Many party members are now watching closely to see what will happen next. If the meeting goes ahead without Osotsi and his group, it could lead to further breakaways or legal battles. On the other hand, if the two sides fail to talk and agree, ordinary supporters may lose trust in the party. This situation reminds Kenyans once again that political parties need strong unity and clear rules if they want to stay strong and serve the people well. The coming days will show whether ODM can heal its wounds or if the divisions will grow deeper.
