EXPOSED: OPARANYA’S PLOT TO KILL RUTO/ RAILA WESTERN INFLUENCE.
Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya, a seasoned political figure from Western Kenya, has recently embarked on the initiative to establish a new political party aimed at uniting all leaders from the Western region under a single banner.
While publicly framed as a unifying endeavour for the people of Western Kenya, this move can equally be interpreted as a calculated strategy that undermines the Orange Democratic Movement, the party that has been central to Oparanya’s political ascent and which facilitated his appointment to the cabinet.
By championing the creation of an alternative political platform, Oparanya is directly challenging the cohesion and strategic authority of ODM. His actions constitute a clear affront to the party, weakening its influence and risking the fragmentation of regional support that ODM has cultivated over the years.
The timing of this initiative is particularly sensitive, arriving at a moment when unity among party members is crucial to consolidating political strength ahead of imminent elections.
Moreover, this manoeuvre exposes a troubling conflict of loyalty.
Oparanya continues to enjoy the privileges and advantages of ODM membership while simultaneously promoting an initiative that could diminish the party’s standing.
It is, in effect, an act of political sabotage, designed to reposition Western leaders, including himself, outside the established party framework and potentially establish a rival power base.
The ramifications extend far beyond ODM, raising broader concerns about party discipline, allegiance, and the balance between personal or regional ambition and collective party interests.
This development demands careful scrutiny, as it tests the party’s ability to maintain cohesion and resilience in the face of emerging challenges. Observers will be watching closely to see how ODM’s leadership navigates this crisis and whether the party can preserve its unity amid the pressures posed by Oparanya’s initiative.
Oracle Teremi
14 October 2025
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