Eugene Wamalwa commends Sifuna for exposing ODM’s demands for shares
By Kenneth Mwenda, February 4, 2026DAP-K party leader Eugene Wamalwa has accused the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) of hypocrisy over the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
In a post on X on Tuesday, February 4, 2026, Wamalwa said the impeachment would not have been possible without the total support of the ODM party in both Houses of Parliament.
He praised ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna for admitting the party’s role and now their shift to demanding shares.
“The commendable courage of SG @edwinsifuna in admitting that his party was used to kick out ‘Huyo Mtu Wa Shares’ just for them to demand the same shares, not only exposes the hypocrisy in our politics, but also confirms that there was no basis or justification for the removal of a duly elected DP,” Wamalwa wrote.
“The President used, misused and abused his office and our Houses of Parliament to settle political scores! We shall revisit this issue!”
This refers to Gachagua’s push for “shares” in government, which means an equitable distribution of resources and jobs for his Mt Kenya base. Parliament impeached Gachagua in October 2024 on charges of gross misconduct and inciting ethnic division, with ODM senators, including Sifuna, voting in favour.
At the time, Sifuna argued that Gachagua’s rhetoric undermined national unity. In August 2025, Sifuna also strongly denied claims that he was coerced into supporting the impeachment motion against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, saying his decision was based entirely on his independent judgment and long-held political convictions.
Sifuna dismissed claims that his stance was dictated by political orders, calling them unfounded and misleading.
ODM shares politics
In a media appearance on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, he admitted that ODM now uses the same shares language.
“We have turned into the Rigathi Gashaguas of today. We are the ones speaking the language of shares. We are the ones saying the cow should be divided into her two halves and 50-50,” he said.
Sifuna added:
“I mean, we, for all the condemnation that they extend to Rigathi Gashagua, they are the ones speaking the language of shares now because they have tested government power.”
He framed this within inclusivity, saying Kenya belongs to all persons regardless of their ethnicity, religion, generation or geographic location. He did, however, criticise token appointments, noting:
“Well, you can say the inclusion of a few people who would never have got an opportunity in any government is positive, but that one will give them 20 per cent out of 100.”
Wamalwa’s point is reinforced by ODM’s participation in President William Ruto’s broad-based government after the 2024 protests. Leaders such as Gladys Wanga demanded 50-50 power sharing, echoing Gachagua’s previous demands. Critics argue this is seen as tribal when Mt Kenya asks, but fair when others do.
The debate has also revealed internal ODM divisions over coalition talks with UDA. Migori Senator Eddy Oketch criticised ODM party leader Oburu Odinga over assurances to Deputy President Kithure Kindiki that ODM had no interest in his seat.
“Party leader, miwachono to wadagi! You cannot negotiate a whole party out of power… Consult the members of the party,” Oketch warned.
Critics argue that this is seen as tribal when Mt Kenya asks, but fair when others do.
These developments highlight shifting alliances. ODM has traded opposition for government positions, yet internal rifts are growing.
Wamalwa, a leader of DAP-Kenya, aligns with Gachagua, Kalonzo Musyoka, and Martha Karua in condemning the impeachment as a political power grab.