Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang’wa and Nyandarua Senator John Methu on Wednesday, October 29, paid a visit to Acting ODM Party Leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga at his home.
The visit comes in the wake of Oburu’s new leadership role following the passing of his younger brother, Raila Odinga, who led the ODM Party for decades.
Thang’wa noted that their main purpose was to show support and comfort to the veteran legislator as he transitions into his new responsibilities.
"Early this morning, Senator Methu and I paid a courtesy call to the ODM Party Leader and our colleague in the Senate, Sen. Oburu Odinga, at his home.
"We went to pay our respects and offer comfort, especially as he takes on the great responsibility of stepping into the late Raila Odinga’s shoes," he said.
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Thang’wa further described the meeting as an opportunity for mentorship, saying that younger leaders continue to draw inspiration from Oburu’s wealth of experience.
"As young leaders, we had the privilege to learn from his deep wisdom, shared through his endless stories and real-life experiences," he added.
Meanwhile, Oburu has assured Embakasi East MP Babu Owino of the party’s ticket for the Nairobi gubernatorial seat in 2027 if he wins in the nominations.
Speaking on Tuesday, October 28, he said Babu should not be worried about being denied the party ticket.
Oburu urged Babu not to walk away from the party, assuring him that he will not be denied the ticket since he has been a loyal member of ODM.
"I don’t see any issue with Babu Owino. I have heard he is troubled, thinking ODM might block his bid for the Nairobi governor seat, but I don’t understand why he feels that way. If he wins the nominations, there’s absolutely no reason he wouldn’t get the ticket.
"He shouldn’t walk away. We want the Nairobi governor race to be open and competitive. There is no need for him to panic; we wouldn’t deny him the ticket, especially since he is one of us and has been a loyal ODM member for years," he said.
Oburu also said he will hold a meeting with the Embakasi East lawmaker to personally assure him of the party’s support.
"We are looking for strong, visionary, and dynamic leaders, and Babu fits that. If he earns it through the proper process, ODM will back him.
"I am confident I will reach him. I have already sent people to set up a meeting. I will speak to him personally and assure him there’s no need to worry; everything is still on track," he added.
