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How Mama Ida is quietly shaping ODM succession

Mama Ida Odinga during the state funeral service of his husband and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at Nyayo National Stadium Nairobi on October 17th 2025. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

Mama Ida Odinga, widow of former ODM leader Raila Odinga, is reportedly pulling strings behind the scenes to support her daughter Winnie Odinga and other outspoken leaders advocating for an orderly party transition.

Although Ida has not publicly stated her position on the ongoing ODM re-organisation, sources say she supports reforms carried out through a competitive process, the same approach Winnie is advocating for.

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