James Orengo has called on President William Ruto to demonstrate sincerity in his engagement with the Luo community and the Orange Democratic Movement.
Speaking in Alego Usonga constituency during a certified seeds distribution exercise, Orengo urged the President to make a clear and compelling proposal that ODM leaders and supporters would find impossible to reject.
The governor said if the President truly values the relationship with ODM and the Luo community, he should openly present a meaningful offer instead of remaining ambiguous about the partnership.
Orengo also criticised the progress made in implementing the 10-point agenda that was agreed upon between Ruto and the late Raila Odinga in 2025.
According to the governor, several critical issues outlined in the agreement remain unresolved.
He pointed to ongoing cases of abductions and alleged extrajudicial killings, saying these concerns had not been adequately addressed.
Orengo further claimed that government actions had interfered with public meetings organised by the Linda Mwananchi faction in different parts of the country.
He said the continued rise in the cost of living was another issue that the government had yet to effectively tackle.
The governor emphasised that the commitments contained in the 10-point agenda should be implemented without delay, especially matters related to justice for victims of abductions and killings, youth employment opportunities, and the inclusion of women in governance.
He argued that if the agenda were being properly implemented, the results would be visible without the need for repeated assurances.
Meanwhile, President William Ruto announced a 60-day extension of the mandate of the committee overseeing the implementation of the agenda.
Speaking during a parliamentary group meeting bringing together members of the United Democratic Alliance and the Orange Democratic Movement, the President said the extension was granted after the committee requested additional time to complete its work.
Ruto noted that the team, which was formed on August 6, 2025, had already made progress, particularly in identifying victims of protests eligible for compensation.
He said the committee had compiled a comprehensive list of victims dating back to 2017 to ensure that everyone affected is considered in the compensation process.
