ODM: Raila Reveals Why Governor Wanga Was Picked As Party Chair, Sifuna Loudly Absent
Raila Odinga, the leader of Azimio, has stated that Gladys Wanga has been appointed as the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party chairwoman because the Orange party encourages women’s leadership.
Raila stated on Sunday at Wanga’s Thanksgiving service in Homabay that women deserve the highest positions in the world.
“Some say women ‘cannot’. Those who say that are fools,” he said. He emphasized women’s roles in conception, delivery, and childrearing.
Raila chastised those who do not appreciate women for the critical role they play in raising a community, emphasizing that the country requires women in leadership roles.
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“We should give women leadership opportunities in our country. We should respect them so we can prosper as a country,” he said.
Wanga was named ODM national chairperson, a position previously held by Treasury CS John Mbadi.
“On August 9, 2024, the Central Committee made changes in the National Executive Committee, where Gladys Wanga was named the National Chairperson of the ODM Party,” the party decided then.
ODM also appointed governors Simba Arati (Kisii), Abdulswamad (Mombasa), and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi as deputy party leaders.
Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o succeeded Raila as party head in an acting capacity.
Earlier in the week, Wanga welcomed supporters to the ceremony, describing it as a historic occasion for ODM.
During the rally, Raila encouraged Kenyans and ODM supporters to vote in the upcoming party grassroots elections.
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He urged them to continue supporting the party, stating that it is the only party capable of bringing the Nyanza people to power.
“The ODM party stands for justice and truth. It is a democratic party. This is why we have made new appointments because I am vying for a higher position,” he said.
Raila is running for the African Union Chairmanship.
He stated it was time for Africa to wake up and join the other continents in becoming great.
ODM: Raila Reveals Why Governor Wanga Was Picked As Party Chair, Sifuna Loudly Absent
