This marks a sharp contrast from his earlier stance.
At multiple forums, including ones attended by ODM leader Raila Odinga and President Ruto, Orengo had boldly urged ODM supporters to stay vigilant and stand firm for their rights.
"I cannot be a praise-singer. We fought for a democratic Constitution where people should speak freely. I urge Kenyans to tell their leaders the truth. This country will go to the dogs again if the kind of language we hear continues. If anything is brought to Siaya County, it will be as a matter of right, not as a favour," Orengo said on April 18.
"There is a need to fight for your rights, and you will still have a better country."
However, a letter seen by The Standard revealed that Orengo had reached out to President Ruto seeking a formal engagement.
In the letter dated April 17, 2025, and addressed to the President, Orengo requested a consultative development meeting involving key Siaya leaders, including cabinet secretaries and principal secretaries from the region, all MPs, the county speaker, county assembly leadership, and members of his executive.
"The purpose of the meeting is to engage you on key development matters affecting the county and to explore collaborative pathways through which the national government and county government can work together to accelerate socio-economic growth of the people," noted Orengo.
He had proposed that the meeting be scheduled for the last week of April, but was open to any date and time that is convenient to the President's calendar.