The event, which was convened to discuss internal party affairs, quickly became a platform for sharp divisions.
Winnie Odinga, who serves as a member of the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), and Oburu Oginga, a key ODM leader, found themselves on opposite sides of the debate.
Sources indicate that Oburu Oginga backed the party leadership's hardline stance, advocating for the expulsion of members who have publicly opposed official ODM positions.
His position aligned with efforts to tighten party discipline and crack down on what some leaders have described as insubordination.
However, Winnie Odinga pushed back forcefully. In a rare public confrontation with her uncle, she argued against the expulsions, warning that silencing dissent would weaken the party from within.
She emphasized the need for internal democracy and urged that leaders with differing views be engaged rather than shown the door.
The heated exchange highlighted growing fissures within ODM, a party long dominated by the Odinga family but now facing questions about ideological direction and internal cohesion.
The standoff between Winnie and Oburu reflects a broader struggle between the old guard, which favors centralized control, and a younger faction pushing for inclusivity and reform.
As the conference concluded without a clear resolution, observers noted that the public fallout could have lasting implications for party unity ahead of future political contests.
Neither side has issued a formal statement since the event, but sources say tensions remain high behind the scenes.
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