Ayika, who previously served as President of the Kenyatta University Students Association and later led the African Universities Students Organisation, is known for his strong views on constitutionalism, democratic accountability, and inclusive leadership.
In a statement shared on his official X account, Ayika described ODM’s position as puzzling and disappointing, noting that the party is among the oldest, largest, and most established political movements in the country.
He argued that such a party should not sideline itself from key national leadership roles, particularly one as significant as the Deputy President, given its historical contribution and broad support base.
Ayika emphasized that Kenya’s Constitution envisions a democratic system grounded in inclusivity, equity, and fair representation.
He observed that leadership positions should reflect political strength and the will of the people rather than political convenience or quiet acceptance of imbalance.
According to him, when a major party retreats from negotiating for top leadership roles, it raises serious questions about accountability to its supporters.
The governance advocate further stated that millions of Kenyans who have consistently backed ODM deserve transparent and principled leadership negotiations.
He warned that decisions made without openness and constitutional grounding risk undermining public trust and weakening democratic institutions.
Ayika’s remarks have added to ongoing national conversations about power-sharing, coalition politics, and respect for democratic mandates in Kenya’s evolving political environment.
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