In an appearance on Citizen TV's JK Live on February 11, 2026, Mbadi explained that the ODM National Executive Committee had recommended Sifuna's removal, but the process remained at that stage.
He expressed satisfaction that party organs were finally acting decisively, stating they had operated within the party's constitution and applicable laws. This came amid headlines and social media buzz declaring Sifuna "kicked out," which Mbadi sought to correct by distinguishing between a recommendation and a finalized decision.
Mbadi reiterated his earlier criticisms of Sifuna, noting that as the party's spokesperson, an official should not publicly contradict resolved positions. If alignment proved impossible, resignation was the honorable path to avoid division. He pointed out that senior figures who previously diverged from party lines had not stayed long in their roles, suggesting Sifuna's trajectory followed a similar pattern.
The NEC meeting in Mombasa also addressed broader issues, including initiating withdrawal from the Azimio coalition due to alleged breaches by partners. Mbadi defended ODM's collaboration with the Kenya Kwanza government, recalling that it had been sanctioned under previous leadership, including when he chaired the party, and approved by central committee resolutions read by Sifuna himself.
The clarification left many Kenyans puzzled, as initial announcements from party sources and media suggested immediate effect. Mbadi's comments highlighted procedural nuances in party governance while underscoring efforts to maintain cohesion amid internal disagreements over political direction and alliances.
The situation underscores ongoing tensions within ODM as it navigates its role in national politics ahead of key events like the National Delegates Conference.
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