Thursday, November 20, 2025 - Siaya Governor James Orengo has clarified recent remarks on protests during the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party 20th anniversary.
During an interview with Ramogi TV, Orengo said some people
took his remarks out of context.
“Some people think that when I said we can go to protests,
it meant I could personally take to the streets.”
“I did not mean we would just go. I meant that if issues are
not being addressed properly, the streets are open, and we can protest in an
organised way,” Orengo explained.
His clarification comes barely five days after he threatened
to lead Kenyans into nationwide demonstrations against President William Ruto’s
administration.
Addressing ODM supporters during the party’s 20th
Anniversary in Mombasa on November 14th, Orengo declared that
Kenyans were ready to return to the streets if necessary.
“If ODM is strong and stands on the basis that Raila wanted
a free country, we must fight everywhere. If you are afraid, do not sell us
fear.”
“We are prepared to go back to the streets. I, as James
Orengo, am prepared to go back to the streets,” he said.
Vocal Embakasi East MP, Babu Owino, echoed the sentiment,
vowing to rally protests over the rising cost of living.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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