Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Oburu Oginga has clarified the party’s position on future political arrangements, stating that ODM is not in a hurry to commit to either a one-term or two-term deal as coalition talks continue.
Speaking on the party’s internal resolutions, Oburu said the position was agreed upon during previous Central Committee meetings and reaffirmed at the National Delegates Conference.
According to Oburu, ODM’s immediate priority is not making premature political declarations but consolidating its structures and strengthening its bargaining power ahead of negotiations.
“This is one of the things we agreed as a party. We are not in a hurry to say one term. We are not in a hurry to say two terms,” he said.
He emphasized that ODM is preparing itself strategically to enter negotiations from a position of strength rather than urgency.
Oburu revealed that the party will first engage its existing political partners like the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), before exploring discussions with other formations.
“We start with our current partners and as we move on, if we don’t agree, we move on to discuss with other formations which are there,” he explained.
This approach signals ODM’s intention to keep its options open as the battle for the 2027 elections heat.
In the event that negotiations with both current and alternative partners fail, Oburu made it clear that ODM is prepared to chart its own path.
“If there is no agreement with any, we go alone as ODM,” he stated.
Oburu expressed satisfaction with the direction the party has taken, noting that the strategy reflects a unified and deliberate position.
“I think that is the position of the party, and I’m very happy with it. That is what we have been pursuing,” he said.
