Kisumu Youth Call for Edwin Sifuna's Removal From ODM Over Remarks Against Govt: "Enda Kwa Gachagua"

• Nairobi senator and ODM secretary general Edwin Sifuna is at loggerheads with a section of youth in Kisumu
• The youth called him out over his recent remarks against the President William Ruto-led Kenya Kwanza regime
• They further gave Sifuna an ultimatum as they reminded him of his obligation not just in the ODM party but as a national leader

Faith Chandianya, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and Current Affairs in Kenya

Kisumu: Youth from Kisumu have warned the Orange Democratic Movement secretary general Edwin Sifuna against criticising the Kenya Kwanza government.

Speaking on Thursday, July 24, Kisumu 2TAM Youth Movement asked Sifuna to choose whether he wants to be part of the government or the opposition.

"Stay inside the government, if you want to stay. If you want to join the opposition, go make noise with Mr. Gachagua. If you're tired of staying in ODM, go to Gachagua, there is a chance there," on leader said.

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The visibly agitated youth dared Sifuna to leave the ODM secretary general position, as he is tired of being associated with Raila's party, which is in partnership with UDA.

"Someone else will take over your position at the party. If you're not careful, we will deal with you," he added.

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The youth further expressed concern over the recent remarks against President William Ruto's regime. Terming him as a "partisan mouthpiece" the youth claimed that Sifuna has neglected his role as a national leader.

"At a time when the country faces serious socio-economic challenges and calls for unity grow louder. It is shameful that Mr. Sifuna finds comfort in undermining President William Ruto, the very symbol of our national unity and democratic choice," another leader said.

They further stated that national leaders like Sifuna have a responsibility to defend the head of state when members of the opposition attack him.

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"We have witnessed vile attacks, deliberate destruction, and an obsession with protecting political interests rather than national interest. Now we must ask why does Edwin Sifuna always rush to mention Raila Odinga while ignoring his brothers in Western Kenya," he added.

Source: TUKO.co.ke