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Babu stirs ODM pot with threat to call for a parallel NDC

By The Standard January 21, 2026

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Babu stirs ODM pot with threat to call for a parallel NDC

The wrangles within the Orange Democratic Movement have taken a fresh twist even as calls for a National Delegates Conference from leaders across board, intensify.In a development that could further sow discord within ODM, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino yesterday threatened to call for a parallel NDC - where he would be declared party leader - should an alleged ploy to block him from the Nairobi gubernatorial race be actioned by agents within his party.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekFact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.Unlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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In a development that could further sow discord within ODM, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino yesterday threatened to call for a parallel NDC - where he would be declared party leader - should an alleged ploy to block him from the Nairobi gubernatorial race be actioned by agents within his party.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekFact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.Unlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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