DNK International By Our Reporter,Nairobi
The Second Liberation Veterans have come out strongly to support key resolutions passed by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Central Management Committee and the National Governing Council.
The resolution included among others the endorsement of Dr. Oburu Oginga as the substantive party leader and the decision to initiate pre-election coalition talks with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
Speaking during a press conference in Nairobi today, the Veterans reaffirmed their unwavering support for Dr. Oburu Oginga, saying his elevation to party leadership followed due process and was lawfully sanctioned by ODM’s top decision-making organs.
They questioned why the same party members who participated in and approved the resolutions would later seek to undermine them, warning that such actions risk weakening party unity.
The press briefing was addressed by among others,Second Liberation Veterans Chairman Patroba Mboya Adinda, Legal Affairs Unit Head Thomas Nduku, and Huruma Ward MCA Peter Owera, who jointly called on ODM members to respect party structures, exercise patience, tolerance and open mindedness, and resolve differences through established internal mechanisms rather than public confrontations.
The Veterans welcomed the ODM Central Management Committee meeting held in Vipingo, Kilifi County on January 12, 2026, which sanctioned preelection coalition talks with UDA, terming the decision bold, pragmatic and consistent with the party’s long-standing tradition of coalition politics.
They noted that ODM’s political history from NARC to CORD, NASA and Azimio demonstrates that coalition building has been central to its relevance and competitiveness on the national stage.
They argued that the narrow loss in the last General Election, by less than 250,000 votes, underscored the importance of broad based alliances ahead of the 2027 polls.
According to the Veterans, coalition politics signals political maturity, stability and a favourable environment for investment, while a solo political path would likely lead to electoral disaster.
The Veterans expressed full confidence in Dr. Oburu Oginga’s ability to spearhead the often complex and delicate coalition negotiations, citing his long experience in national politics and coalition building.
They dismissed calls advocating a “WANTAM” approach, urging ODM supporters to reject divisive narratives and instead rally behind inclusive, issue based politics.
Invoking their history in the Second Liberation struggle against the Moi regime, as well as the sacrifices made during periods of post election violence and police brutality in 2013 and 2017, the Veterans said their commitment remains rooted in the pursuit of democratic reforms, unity and peaceful political engagement.
They concluded by calling on ODM members and supporters to remain disciplined, loyal to the party, and focused on strengthening internal cohesion as the party positions itself for a formidable showing in the 2027 General Election.
[DNK-International@January 15,2026]
