Raila’s political absence leaves ODM rudderless

From right- Nominated Senator Naomi Shionga, ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala at a youth meeting at Kakamega town. [Mumo Munuve/Standard]

The political events of the past two weeks — including the revenue debate at the Senate — have exposed the vagaries of Opposition leader Raila Odinga’s absence at the helm of his Orange party.

In his absence, ODM appears bereft of firm leadership, with fissures of rebellion widening by the day, key leader missing in action and rivals taking it on with reckless abandon.