Sifuna pledges to reconcile with ODM colleagues following Ida Odinga’s call for unity
By Kiprono Keileb, January 7, 2026Nairobi Senator and ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has expressed his readiness to reconcile with party colleagues, following a call for unity by Ida Odinga
In a statement made on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, during celebrations of Raila Odinga’s 81st birthday, Sifuna gave a reminder of the late party leader’s principles of dialogue, consultation, and collective decision-making.
“I have listened to Ida Odinga. There is no one in ODM I would not sit down with, no matter how many times they have insulted me. Mama Ida, you have asked us to sit and talk. I am very prepared, it doesn’t matter what happened between us, as Mama has said,” Sifuna said.
He added that the guidance from Ida Odinga underscores the need for the party to adhere to its foundational principles, ensuring that disagreements do not derail its mission.
“Mama wewe ndiye uko, umetuambis tuungane, so no matter what you have said to me or how badly you feel about me, i am ready to sit down and iron out our reasons, the reason why sometimes it spills out, we are human beings and sometimes mambo inachemkanga lakini mama umetuguide vizuri,” Sifuna said.
He emphasised the importance of consultation, fairness, and consistency with ODM’s values as a roadmap for maintaining cohesion within the party.
“You have told us to always consult and always be firm and fair and always remember the principles that the ODM party was build, with that, there will be nothing to worry about,” Sifuna added.
Sifuna’s statement comes amid ongoing internal debates and differing views within ODM, highlighting the need for dialogue as a tool for resolving conflicts without undermining the party’s larger goals. His remarks were made during a ceremony that celebrated the life and legacy of Raila Odinga, recognising his contributions to democracy, justice, and political activism in Kenya.
The Secretary General said he is committed to unity and reconciliation within ODM, adding that he will put in efforts to bring together members who may have experienced tension or disagreement in recent months.