Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has called on Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna to step aside or fundamentally change his approach, following remarks Cherargei described as attacks on the broad-based government led by President William Ruto and the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
In a strongly worded statement shared on X on Friday, December 19, 2025, Cherargei accused the Nairobi Senator of undermining the unity and legacy of ODM through public criticism that he says fuels internal discord.
“Omwami, I thought you had a Damascus moment about the successes of the broad-based government led by President Ruto and late Former Prime Minister Odinga, but it looks like it was a lucid moment for your misguided attacks against,” Cherargei wrote.
The outspoken senator argued that ODM leaders must exercise restraint and cohesion, particularly at a time when the country is navigating a new political arrangement aimed at stabilising governance and fostering inclusivity. According to Cherargei, continued criticism from within ODM risks confusing supporters and weakening the party’s standing nationally.
Cherargei further claimed that Sifuna’s remarks amount to an assault on the political legacy of ODM, a party he said has long championed dialogue, reform, and national unity. He warned that persistent internal attacks could deepen divisions and distract from the party’s broader agenda.
The remarks add to growing tensions within ODM, as leaders debate the party’s role and positioning in the evolving political landscape. While some members have called for open debate and accountability, others insist that disagreements should be managed internally to preserve party unity.
Cherargei maintained that leadership comes with responsibility, urging Sifuna to either align with the party’s broader vision under the current political framework or make way for leaders who can foster unity. The comments underscore ongoing internal conversations within ODM about loyalty, reform, and the future direction of the party.
