Mombasa Governor-turned-Cabinet Secretary, Hassan Joho, has sounded a sharp warning to leaders within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), cautioning them against issuing contradictory public statements about the party’s future.
His remarks come at a time when internal disagreements have begun to spark unease among members and supporters across the country.
Speaking during a weekend engagement, Joho stressed that reckless and conflicting pronouncements risk creating unnecessary divisions within the party. He reminded leaders that ODM’s strength has always depended on unity, discipline, and a shared sense of direction.
According to him, any public missteps could weaken the movement at a critical moment when the political landscape is rapidly shifting.
Joho emphasized that ODM’s top leadership has clear structures, and any decision regarding the party’s path must be communicated formally and collectively.
He noted that divergent remarks made for personal gain could mislead supporters and fuel suspicion among the rank-and-file membership.
The former governor urged all senior figures to refrain from statements that contradict the party’s official position.
He insisted that ODM must project stability as it navigates the political realignments ahead of the 2027 elections. Joho further appealed to emerging leaders to respect the values that have held ODM together for two decades.
His warning has stirred debate within political circles, with many interpreting it as a timely intervention aimed at averting deeper cracks.
As tension quietly simmers beneath the surface, Joho’s message appears to signal a growing concern that ODM could slip into internal turmoil if discipline is not restored.
With succession debates ongoing, shifting alliances forming, and external pressure mounting, Joho’s caution adds a new layer of suspense to ODM’s unfolding political journey.
Whether leaders will heed his warning—and what this means for the party’s unity—remains a question that keen observers are now watching closely.
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