His post on social media seemed to align with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s remarks about the government’s inclusive approach.
However, Sifuna later clarified that his statement was misunderstood.
No Formal Agreement Between ODM and Kenya Kwanza
Sifuna emphasized that ODM has not entered any formal partnership with Kenya Kwanza.
He explained that his tweet only supported Kindiki’s assertion that political parties would remain independent when the next elections approach.
His clarification was necessary after some people assumed he had softened his stance on the broad-based government.
ODM has remained in the opposition despite some of its senior members joining Ruto’s administration.
Sifuna maintains that these individuals took up their government roles on a personal basis, not as representatives of the party.
He has consistently stated that ODM will continue holding the government accountable.
The broad-based government was introduced in mid-2024 following growing public dissatisfaction with high taxes and governance issues.
To calm tensions, President Ruto appointed five former ODM officials to his Cabinet, portraying his administration as inclusive.
Among those who joined the government were former ODM Chairman John Mbadi, who was appointed Treasury Cabinet Secretary, and ex-Mombasa Governor Hassan Joho, who took charge of the Mining Ministry.
Other appointments included Wycliffe Oparanya as Co-operatives CS, Opiyo Wandayi as Energy CS, and Beatrice Askul as CS for East African Community Affairs.
Despite these appointments, Sifuna and other ODM leaders argue that the move was an attempt to weaken the opposition.
They insist that ODM is not part of the government and will continue playing its oversight role.
Sifuna has been clear that he will not support President Ruto’s bid for a second term, even if ODM benefits from the broad-based government.
He believes the opposition must remain strong to ensure the government delivers on its promises.
His latest remarks reaffirm his commitment to ODM’s role as an independent party.
While he agrees with Kindiki that political parties will stand on their own during elections, he remains firmly against the broad-based government.
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