Internal conflict in the Orange Democratic Movement has intensified after Treasury CS John Mbadi publicly criticized ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna.
Mbadi accused Sifuna of disregarding party discipline and choosing confrontation over collaboration, a behavior he said threatens the party’s cohesion and long-term stability.
Mbadi claimed that Sifuna’s recent statements and actions show a leader increasingly disconnected from the party’s collective goals.
Instead of engaging constructively within party structures, he has clashed with both allies and opponents, weakening internal unity.
Mbadi further suggested that Sifuna is more focused on personal positioning than safeguarding the interests of ODM supporters.
According to Mbadi, constant public disputes only empower political rivals and divert attention from the party’s core objectives.
He stressed that party strength comes from loyalty, dialogue, and restraint rather than public confrontation.
The disagreement highlights ongoing debates within ODM about leadership style, communication, and strategic direction.
While some appreciate Sifuna’s outspokenness and defense of party principles, others worry it may alienate allies and disrupt harmony.
The episode underscores the delicate balance between individual expression and collective discipline in Kenyan politics.
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