The outspoken legislator warned that the party has lost its original soul, declaring bluntly that “chama imeenda” as internal tensions continue to escalate.
Speaking during a bursary cheque issuance ceremony in Matisi Ward on Monday, January 19, Amisi launched a scathing attack on the current ODM leadership, accusing it of surrendering the party’s independence and direction to external political forces.
He alleged that ODM is no longer being run as a democratic movement but as a controlled outfit serving interests outside its founding principles.
According to Amisi, the turmoil intensified following the death of longtime party leader Raila Odinga, an event he said created a leadership vacuum that has since been exploited.
He questioned the suitability of Siaya senator Oburu Odinga, who currently oversees party affairs, arguing that the ODM has been weakened by indecisiveness and lack of internal consultation.
Amisi went further to claim that there is an active plan to expel key figures viewed as rebellious or outspoken. Among those allegedly marked for removal are Nairobi senator Edwin Sifuna, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, and Amisi himself.
Most notably, he alleged that Winnie Odinga is also a target, a move he described as both morally wrong and politically dangerous.
“The party has been sold, and anyone who refuses to bow is being pushed out,” Amisi told supporters.
“They are even ready to expel Raila’s own children. That is when you know this is no longer the ODM we believed in.”
The legislator’s remarks have reignited debate about the future of ODM, particularly among younger lawmakers and grassroots supporters who feel increasingly sidelined.
Many now believe that internal democracy has been replaced by top-down decisions, with nomination tickets and party loyalty allegedly being weaponised to silence dissent.
Amisi warned that remaining in such an environment could cost loyal members their political futures.
He claimed that under the current structure, independent-minded politicians risk being denied party tickets during nominations, regardless of their popularity on the ground.
In a dramatic shift, the Saboti MP openly floated the idea of forming a new political party if the situation does not change.
In a dramatic shift, the Saboti MP openly floated the idea of forming a new political party if the situation does not change.
Addressing the crowd, he suggested that ODM rebels may be forced to chart a new political path to protect their supporters and political survival.
“If they continue pushing us, we will not fear,” he said.
“If they continue pushing us, we will not fear,” he said.
“We will form our own party, and you will follow us. The people matter more than party logos.”
The comments signal a growing rebellion within ODM, particularly among leaders who believe the party has drifted away from its reformist roots.
The comments signal a growing rebellion within ODM, particularly among leaders who believe the party has drifted away from its reformist roots.
Analysts note that such public defiance was rare in the past but has become more common as frustrations boil over.
Amisi’s statements come amid wider reports of divisions within ODM’s top leadership. Senior officials have previously been accused of making major decisions without consulting key party organs, further fuelling mistrust and internal resentment.
While ODM has not officially responded to Amisi’s claims, the remarks are expected to intensify pressure on the party to address grievances before the rift widens further.
Amisi’s statements come amid wider reports of divisions within ODM’s top leadership. Senior officials have previously been accused of making major decisions without consulting key party organs, further fuelling mistrust and internal resentment.
While ODM has not officially responded to Amisi’s claims, the remarks are expected to intensify pressure on the party to address grievances before the rift widens further.
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