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Gachagua maintained that Malala was entitled to his political opinion but could not make an endorsement on behalf of the party.
The Wiper leader, however, indicated that he would support Sifuna or Wamalwa if either emerged as the opposition's preferred candidate, suggesting that negotiations remained open.
Oburu, who could not attend the rally because of health challenges, told supporters that the current arrangement with UDA should not be mistaken for a formal coalition.
At the centre of the dispute is whether ODM should work with Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA), and under what terms, following the death of longtime party leader Raila Odinga.
The engagement between Gachagua and Sifuna, alongside consultations involving Kalonzo, is part of broader efforts to bring opposition factions together ahead of the 2027 election.
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