End of Road For ODM Party as CS Wycliffe Oparanya Publicly Announced What Luyhas Will Do in 2027

Cooperatives and MSME Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has stated that the Luhya community will not support the Orange Democratic Movement in 2027. 

His remarks were highlighted in a post shared online and have stirred fresh debate about the party’s future in Western Kenya.

According to the post, Oparanya warned that the community will shift its political direction ahead of the 2027 general election. 

The statement was attributed to the Cabinet Secretary during a public address.

The post also claimed that ODM Party Leader Oburu Odinga is now isolated, with people around him disagreeing with his position. 

The accompanying video thumbnail showed Oparanya speaking into a microphone while pointing, with another leader seated beside him.

The comments suggest growing political realignment in the Western region, which has been a key support base for ODM in past elections.

Oparanya, a former governor and long time ally of Raila Odinga, has served in government under the current administration. 

His statement signals a possible break from his previous political alignment and could influence how the Luhya community votes in 2027.

The region has 18 constituencies and a large voting population that often determines the outcome of national contests. 

Political analysts note that if the community moves as a bloc away from ODM, it would significantly affect the party’s strength in Parliament and its presidential prospects.

Oparanya did not give details on which political formation the community would back instead. His remarks did not specify whether a new alliance would be formed or if support would shift to an existing party. 

The post reporting his comments was published by a verified account and included a clip from Prime Media News.

The statement adds to ongoing discussions about party loyalty and regional interests ahead of 2027. 

Several leaders from Western Kenya have recently called for unity of the community to increase its bargaining power nationally. ODM has not officially responded to Oparanya’s remarks.

With the next general election still over a year away, early declarations are already shaping the political landscape. 

Observers will be watching whether other leaders from the region echo Oparanya’s position or if ODM moves to address the concerns raised.