Makadara MP George Aladwa has said the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) remains united and is preparing to engage the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) in talks over political zoning and leadership positions ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Aladwa, who also serves as the ODM chairman in Nairobi County, said the anticipated discussions would focus on how the two parties could share political space and establish areas of political influence ahead of the election.
The legislator said ODM would seek clear and equitable political zones as part of any agreement reached with UDA.
He argued that the arrangements should guarantee ODM adequate representation and political space, while recognising the party’s influence across the country.
According to Aladwa, ODM would not accept an arrangement that gives one political party greater political recognition or space at the expense of the other.
He maintained that ODM should receive political consideration comparable to that accorded to UDA in any discussions on zoning and leadership positions.
The Makadara MP said the proposed talks would be important in defining the political landscape ahead of the 2027 polls, particularly as parties position themselves for the next election.
The discussions are expected to touch on areas where the two parties could support candidates, share leadership positions and coordinate their political activities.
Aladwa’s remarks come as political parties continue to reposition themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election, with questions over alliances, coalitions and regional political influence expected to shape the campaigns.
He said ODM remains united and capable of negotiating from a position of strength, dismissing any suggestion that divisions within the party would undermine its position during the talks.
The proposed engagement between ODM and UDA could also have implications for candidates seeking elective positions at the national and county levels.
Political zoning is likely to become a major issue as parties negotiate how to allocate seats and leadership opportunities among their respective supporters and coalition partners.
Aladwa said ODM would approach the talks with the aim of securing a fair arrangement that protects the party’s interests while creating room for cooperation ahead of the 2027 election.
The discussions, once formally convened, could provide an indication of how ODM and UDA intend to navigate the increasingly competitive political environment leading to the polls.
