The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has unveiled a new party DJ following the exit of its longtime entertainer, Spider, who recently aligned himself with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s faction.
Acting Secretary General Catherine Omanyo announced the update in a brief social media post declaring, “Tuko na DJ” (We have a DJ), signalling the party’s refreshed entertainment team ahead of upcoming rallies and events.
Photos shared alongside the post showed the new DJ standing next to sound equipment, underscoring ODM’s intention to sustain its vibrant grassroots mobilisation style.
The announcement comes amid internal wrangles within ODM. The party’s National Executive Council (NEC) removed Sifuna from the Secretary General position on February 11, triggering legal and political disputes. Omanyo, who previously served as deputy SG, was subsequently appointed to act in the role.
DJ Spider
While Omanyo did not reveal the identity of the new DJ, the move has been widely interpreted as a symbolic show of stability and continuity within the party’s ranks.
Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi faction has been charting its own path, organising rallies and grassroots engagements under a distinct banner. The senator has previously spoken openly about DJ Spider’s involvement with his camp, maintaining that the entertainer joined them voluntarily and served without pay.
The Linda Mwananchi wing has positioned itself as more outspoken on issues affecting ordinary citizens, occasionally clashing with the party’s central leadership over strategy and alliances. Meanwhile, Sifuna is contesting his removal, with a tribunal expected to determine the legality of the NEC’s decision.
Online reactions to Omanyo’s announcement reflected the party’s deepening divisions, with supporters and critics alike weighing in on the unfolding developments.
