Why Sifuna, Babu and team must find ways to sustain fresh narrative

For two consecutive weekends, embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and his team has not only startled Kenyans with their undying spirit but also caused excitement, especially among the youthful population.

Sifuna, together with other youthful legislators such as  Babu Owino of Embakasi East, Saboti’s Caleb Amisi, Caroli Omondi of Suba South, Kitutu Chache South’s Anthony Kibagendi  and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, supported by veteran politician and Siaya governor James Orengo among others, have refused to dance to the tune of the status quo.

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For two consecutive weekends, embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and his team has not only startled Kenyans with their undying spirit but also caused excitement, especially among the youthful population.

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