Speaking during a Luo Leaders Forum held in Kisumu for consultation and reflection on the political and socio-economic future of the community, Oburu said leadership requires restraint, collective decision-making, and accountability to the people. “As a leader, I cannot plunge people into deep waters or take them to a place that is not secure,” Oburu told the forum, drawing loud approval from the gathering. The meeting brought together leaders drawn from different sectors across the four counties of Siaya, Kisumu, Migori and Homa Bay. “I never applied to be the ODM party leader. Oburu warned against political strategies that would confine the Luo community to permanent opposition while other communities benefit from participation in government.

Source: The Star January 24, 2026 21:02 UTC