The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has issued a notice to its members in several constituencies and wards ahead of the upcoming by-elections.
In a statement on Tuesday, August 19, the party announced that the verification exercise is ongoing in specific electoral areas as communicated by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
"Following communication by IEBC in regards to the upcoming by-elections, the Party wishes to inform its members in the following electoral areas: Baringo County, Banissa Constituency, Kasipul Constituency, Magarini Constituency, Malava Constituency, Mbeere North Constituency, and Ugunja Constituency,” the statement read in part.
The verification also extends to various wards, including Angata Nanyokie, Chemundu/Kapng’etuny, Chewani, Fafi, Kariobangi North, Kisa East, Metkei, Mumbuni North, Kabuchai/Chwele, Narok Town, Purko, Tembelio, Nyansiongo, Nyamaiya, Ekereriyo, Lake Zone, and Nnaam.
ODM noted that the process is critical in ensuring only verified members participate in the by-elections.
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"That Party membership verification is ongoing and members in the listed areas are advised to verify their Party membership details and status in preparation for the upcoming by-elections," the statement added.
To check their details, members can either dial *483*036# or visit the party’s membership portal at www.odmmembership.com.
The party further clarified that members in those areas are informed that the membership registration portal has been disabled.
It also stated that there will be no changing of membership registration centres during the exercise.
"Members in those areas are further informed that the membership registration portal has been disabled hence no new registration until after the completion of the by-elections.
"There will be no changing of membership registration centres during the exercise," the statement concluded.
Notably, this comes days after the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has announced that its party nominations for the upcoming by-elections will be held on September 20, 2025.
In a notice issued by UDA National Elections Board Chairman Anthony Mwaura on Thursday, August 14, the party encouraged all interested aspirants to apply through its online portal.
"Notice is hereby given that the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party nominations shall be held on 20th September 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for nomination by registering through the UDA party portal accessible at https://www.uda.ke," the notice read.
According to Mwaura, the registration period opens today, August 14, and will close on September 5, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
Additionally, the party outlined its non-refundable nomination fees.
For Members of County Assembly (MCA), the fee is Ksh50,000 for male aspirants, while female candidates, youth, and persons with disabilities (PWD) will pay Ksh25,000.
For Members of Parliament (MPs), the fee is Ksh250,000 for male aspirants, while female candidates, youth, and PWD will pay Ksh125,000.
Finally, for the Senate, the fee is Ksh250,000 for male aspirants, while female candidates, youth, and PWD will pay Ksh125,000.
