It was a very tough room to convince, full of powerful leaders who came ready to speak their minds. The discussion was long, serious, and at some moments very tense.
Even though Ruth Odinga and three other senior leaders begged the team to slow down and think again, the group still pushed forward with a drastic decision that removed Sifuna from the seat of ODM Secretary General.
People who know what happened inside say the mood in the room was heavy from the start. You could almost feel the weight of the decision before it was even announced.
Some leaders looked uncomfortable, while others appeared firm and very sure about what they wanted. It was clear this was not going to end without a major change.
Ruth Odinga is said to have spoken with a lot of passion. She reminded the leaders that Sifuna has been loyal to the party and has defended it strongly whenever it was attacked.
She reportedly asked them to remember his hard work and the energy he has always shown while serving the party.
The three leaders who supported her also warned that such a move could divide members and bring unnecessary tension.
But the side that wanted change did not move even an inch. They argued that a political party must sometimes make painful decisions if it wants to remain strong.
According to them, leadership is not permanent, and new strategies are needed as the party prepares for future political fights.Sifuna has been one of the most seen and most heard leaders in ODM.
Many Kenyans know him as a bold speaker who never feared defending the party on television, in public rallies, and on social media. That is why the news of his removal has shocked both supporters and critics.
Outside the meeting, reactions have been many. Some members feel the decision was too harsh, while others say it shows the party is serious about order and direction.
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