Mombasa governor calls for ODM members and supporters’ unity in Kisauni
By Nancy Marende, November 11, 2025Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir has urged members and supporters of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) in Kisauni to unite, emphasising the importance of solidarity as the party marks milestones in the legacy of its late leader, Raila Odinga.
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Speaking during engagement with the ODM Kisauni branch on Monday, November 10, 2025, led by Chairman Mohamed Mwandugu, the governor highlighted Kisauni as the birthplace of Raila Odinga’s political journey, where the late leader earned the trust and support of the people that propelled him to national prominence.
“In honor and beloved memory of our late leader, I called on our members to stand firmly behind ODM as we celebrate 80 years of Baba’s life and 20 years of impact on Kenya’s politics for our party,” the governor said.
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He emphasised that this is a critical moment for ODM members and supporters in Kisauni to rally together, deepen unity, and fortify the party, which has consistently championed justice, equality, and national transformation.
“This is the time for every ODM member and supporter in Kisauni to rally together, deepen our unity, and fortify the party that has always stood for justice, equality, and the transformation of our nation. Our strength is in our solidarity and shared purpose,” he added.
This comes a few days after he dismissed claims that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has entered into a coalition with the Kenya Kwanza government.
Speaking during an interview at a local TV station on Monday, October 27, 2025, Nassir clarified that the relationship between ODM and the national government is not based on any formal coalition pact.
According to the governor, the party has not signed any agreement with President William Ruto’s administration, contrary to reports circulating in some quarters.
“We actually do not have a coalition agreement. We never signed a coalition agreement. We never signed anything else,” Nassir said.
He explained that ODM, previously led by the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, only agreed to cooperate with the Kenya Kwanza administration on specific national issues.
“We have an agreement that there are 10 issues affecting Kenyans. We listed them, sat down, and said, let’s implement these issues,” he added.