Orange Democratic Movement Youth Leader Backs Pre-Election Talks, Calls for Inclusive Party Reforms

By : Mweru Mbugua 

The Youth League of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has endorsed calls for pre-election negotiations, signaling growing support within the party for coalition-building ahead of the next General Election

Speaking in Machakos, ODM Youth League Secretary John Ole Ketora backed party leader Oburu Odinga’s proposal for dialogue before the polls, emphasizing the importance of alliances in Kenya’s political landscape

“There’s no single party that can rule this country. There must be negotiations and coalitions,” said Ketora

He noted that the Youth League supports engagement within a broad-based government framework, reiterating that collaboration among political players is essential for stable governance

Ketora also voiced the Youth League’s backing for Catherine Omanyi as Acting Secretary-General of the party. He called for greater youth representation within ODM’s top decision-making organ, the Central Committee

“We are the majority and must be heard. We have forwarded two names for inclusion in the Party Central Committee,” he said

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In addition, the Youth League leadership said it is actively following up on the release of Ksh. 12 billion reportedly owed to the party

The latest remarks highlight the Youth League’s growing influence within ODM as internal discussions continue over leadership, inclusivity, and strategy ahead of the next electoral cycle