Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo has called for unity among opposition leaders and women in support of the Linda Mwananchi initiative, urging a coordinated push aimed at strengthening Kenyans ahead of the 2027 general election.

Speaking at the Linda Mwananchi rally held at Kivulini Grounds in Thika on Sunday, June 14, 2026, Odhiambo appealed for collaboration among key political figures, including Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, and Siaya Governor James Orengo, saying unity was key to the success of the movement.

“Tunakubaliana tushikane na Sifuna, Babu na Orengo? Tunasema saa ngapi asubuhi? Na wamama tunasema wakati wetu ni huu. Tuungane na Linda Mwananchi tuhakikishe tunashinda asubuhi na mapema,” she said.

Odhiambo’s hint on a Nairobi seat

Odhiambo has hinted at a possible political future in Nairobi after making a strong appearance at the Linda Mwananchi rally.

During her earlier address at AIPCA Thika Cathedral, Odhiambo framed her remarks around justice, youth unemployment, and civic rights, while also dropping remarks that many interpreted as a signal of interest in elective politics.

“Faith nitasimama na haki ya wakenya wote. Na hii Nairobi hii pali tutasimama, tutahakikisha tukipewa hiyo kazi. Tutaifanya,” she said.

Her reference to Nairobi stood out as she emphasised that the movement would ensure they are “given that job” and are ready to deliver.

Addressing unemployment

Odhiambo, who previously served as LSK president, also used her speech to criticise unemployment among young people and what she termed as harsh responses to public protests.

She further urged supporters to remain politically active and to turn out in large numbers during elections, linking civic engagement to the struggle for accountability and reform.

“Swali ni hili, mtasimama na viongozi wenu? Tunasema pesa ni yenu, hiyo ni ushuru wenu. Lakini kura tunapiga wapi? Tunapiga wapi? Kwa Linda Mwananchi,” she added.

Odhiambo also tied her message to past political moments, referencing the “Kibaki Tosha” era to highlight the power of youth mobilisation in shaping leadership outcomes.

“Wakati Baba alisema Kibaki tosha, hawakuwa na pesa. Leo mnaambiwa vile serikali iko na pesa, youth leader ametukumbusha kwamba viongozi wetu msinunuliwe,” she said.

“Lakini kitu cha muhimu lazima mkumbuke, wakati Baba aliinua mkono wa kibaki akisema kibaki tosha, vijana waliamka wote na wakasema ingawa hawapatiwi pesa, watasimama na viongozi wao.”