The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party on Tuesday dismissed reports that the opposition party is angling for positions in President William Ruto's administration.
The party through its Secretary General, Edwin Sifuna, accused a section of Kenyans of misinterpreting the party's stand on the ongoing crisis in the country.
According to Sifuna, what the party called for was a national conversation to address the challenges Kenya is experiencing at the moment. He noted the resolution was reached during the party's National Executive Committee meeting.
“A narrative has been woven that ODM is desperate to join the government when all along we have been clear that what we seek is a national conversation," revealed the ODM Secretary General.
"Our commitment to this cause is steadfast, as we recognize the urgent need for transformative change in our nation."
While reiterating the party's stance, Sifuna also warned some of the party members who were allegedly eyeing slots within Ruto's cabinet.
According to the Nairobi Senator, members who make themselves available for the Kenya Kwanza cabinet slots or any other position would be doing so without the party's support.
The party similarly faulted some of its members for reportedly misinterpreting the party's stance on the contentious subject.
“As a party, we wish to make it unequivocally clear that we are not in negotiations with the Ruto regime for any coalition or political arrangement,” Sifuna stated.
"The ODM Party remains committed to its principles and the ongoing struggle for a better Kenya. We will continue to stand with the people and fight for justice."
The clarification comes barely a day after the ODM Chairperson, John Mbadi urged Kenyans to embrace dialogue as the only route out of the current political instability.
While addressing Kenyans at a rally, Mbadi questioned the practicality of calls for President Ruto's resignation. According to him, Ruto's resignation would plunge the country into a worse situation.
“You cannot tell us that Ruto's presidency will come down. How? And if it comes down, what is the solution? If Ruto resigns today, it is Gachagua who is going to be President,” Mbadi argued.
