Tag: Linda Mwananchi
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Sifuna Denies Uhuru Links, Insists Linda Mwananchi Tours Are Grassroots-Funded
Outspoken Senator Edwin Sifuna has dismissed claims linking him to former President Uhuru Kenyatta in mobilising support for the Linda Mwananchi tours. Speaking during an interview on NTV Kenya on Tuesday morning, the embattled ODM Secretary General and Nairobi Senator denied holding any political discussions with the former Head of State. He described allegations circulating…
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Sifuna and Babu Owino Visit Kitengela, Demand Justice for Vincent Ayomo’s Death
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino on Sunday visited Kitengela to condole with the family of Vincent Ayomo, who was allegedly shot dead by police on February 15. In a statement shared during the visit, Sifuna said they were in Kitengela on behalf of the #LindaMwananchi team to stand…
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Babu Owino Vows 18-Month Nonstop Campaign Amid State Tensions
MP Babu Owino on Sunday declared that he and his allies are prepared to run a continuous one-and-a-half-year campaign despite what he termed as resistance, chaos, and threats from the State. Speaking during an interview with Jeff Koinange on Citizen TV, the youthful Embakasi East MP made explosive allegations against Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo,…
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Gachagua Blames CS Murkomen, PS Omolo for Rising Insecurity in Rallies
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has released a strongly worded statement condemning the state of security in the country, faulting Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Principal Secretary Raymond Omolo for what he described as orchestrating violence against ordinary citizens. Gachagua described the situation as “very, very sad,” saying that since independence, Kenya, long regarded…
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Attempts to Disrupt Kakamega Rally Fails as Sifuna Warns Goons, Police
Supporters of Linda Mwananchi in Kakamega refused to leave the venue after police lobbed teargas when Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna took the stage. Addressing the crowd, Sifuna urged them to remain at the ground, assuring that the meeting would continue as planned. He also called on supporters to safely disperse the teargas canisters and refrain…
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Millicent Omanga Clashes with Miguna Miguna, Reaffirms Support for Linda Mwananchi Movement
Prominent businesswoman and former Nominated Senator Millicent Omanga has once again publicly distanced herself from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), reaffirming her allegiance to the Linda Mwananchi movement in a heated exchange with lawyer and political activist Miguna Miguna. The confrontation unfolded on social media today, with Omanga sharply criticizing Lawyer Miguna for what…
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Oburu-Led ODM Under Pressure as Sifuna, Babu Revolt Sparks Calls for Truce
The Oburu Odinga-led ODM camp is increasingly feeling pressure from internal dissent, as calls for unity grow louder amid a sustained pushback by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi on Tuesday, February 17, signaled that the party leadership is keen to open dialogue with the two…
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Linda Mwananchi: Edwin Sifuna, Babu Owino Heads to Kakamega
Leaders affiliated with Linda Mwananchi, including Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and MP Babu Owino, are scheduled to tour Kakamega on February 21 in what organizers describe as a major grassroots engagement forum. The visit is expected to bring together local leaders, youth groups, business representatives, and residents for discussions centered on governance, economic empowerment, and…
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Kitengela Gears Up for “Linda Mwananchi” Rally as Sifuna, Babu Owino Confirm Attendance
The political scene in Kitengela is set to heat up this Sunday as prominent youthful leaders gear up for a highly-anticipated rally dubbed “Linda Mwananchi.” Among the confirmed attendees is Senator Edwin Sifuna, who has already shown his enthusiasm after receiving branded t-shirts from supporters ahead of the event. In a social media post, #Sifuna…
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Sifuna Lights up Busia with Fiery Address as Azimio Launches Linda Mwananchi Tour
Nairobi Senator and ODM Secretary General Edwin #Sifuna on Saturday led the Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya Alliance leadership to Busia County for the maiden Linda Mwananchi tour, using the platform to launch a scathing attack on President William Ruto’s administration over unfulfilled political agreements and rising economic pressure on Kenyans. Addressing residents in Busia town,…