Arati: ODM Will Stay in Broad-Based Government Until 2027

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Deputy Party Leader and Kisii Governor Simba Arati has reaffirmed that the party will remain part of the broad-based government until 2027

“We have said that we will remain in a broad-based government until 2027; everyone should plan themselves going forward,” Arati declared during an evening rally in Nakuru

He urged ODM members to stay committed to the principles of justice and accountability, emphasizing that collaboration with the government does not mean compromising on integrity

“Going forward, there are people we will not laugh with. Young people, do you want us to laugh with thieves? We must protect this country with our values and reject corruption even within a broad-based government. Justice must prevail for every Kenyan,” he said

Arati clarified that ODM’s participation in the arrangement does not equate to joining President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza coalition. Instead, he noted, the party only seconded professionals to serve in government positions while maintaining its independence

“Nakuru, you know that we in ODM have rejected theft of public property because our children deserve a better country. We will not tolerate killings or human rights violations, even if we are in government,” he added

The party’s Central Management Committee had earlier resolved that ODM would remain in the broad-based government until 2027 a plan initiated by President Ruto and the late Raila Odinga

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Arati’s remarks come amid internal party debate over ODM’s role in the coalition. Some members see it as a step toward national unity, while others fear it could dilute the party’s identity ahead of the 2027 elections

At a recent memorial service for Raila Odinga in Homa Bay, ODM Chairperson Gladys Wanga backed the decision, saying it aligns with the vision of the party’s late leader

“We are in the broad-based government to stay because that is where Raila Odinga left us. In 2027, we are either the government or in the coalition that forms the government,” Wanga stated

Writer : Mweru Mbugua