The tension within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has reached a breaking point as a high-stakes plot to remove Godfrey Osotsi from his powerful position as co-deputy party leader comes to light.
In what is being described as a make-or-break moment for the Vihiga Senator, top party officials have reportedly issued a final ultimatum that could see him stripped of his rank as early as this week.
The internal friction has sent shockwaves through the political outfit, signaling a major shakeup in Raila Odinga’s camp ahead of the party’s upcoming top-level gathering.
Reliable sources within the party indicate that the heat is coming from senior officials who are dissatisfied with Osotsi’s recent moves.
The ultimate condition handed down to the Senator is simple but heavy: he must attend the special National Delegates Convention (NDC) scheduled for this Friday without fail.
Should he skip the meeting or provide excuses, the party’s machinery is already oiled to initiate his immediate removal and replacement.
This move is not just about attendance; it is a loyalty test. Inside sources claim that a section of the ODM top brass believes Osotsi has been drifting away from the party’s core objectives, and his absence on Friday would be used as the final evidence of his disloyalty.
There is already a list of potential successors being whispered in the corridors of power, showing just how serious the plot to oust him has become.
All eyes are on the Senator to see if he will bow to the pressure and show up to defend his territory.
His supporters view this as a coordinated witch-hunt meant to silence him, while his critics insist that the party must remain disciplined.
The outcome of the Friday convention will either cement Osotsi’s place in the top leadership or mark the end of his short-lived tenure as the party’s deputy leader.
