Busia has for a long period been profiled as an ODM zone, and it is not easy for any other political party make inroads in the county. Matters started falling apart for ODM the moment former secretary general and current LPK party leader leader Ababu left, citing frustrations and betrayal by Raila Odinga and his close allies. Supporters are of the view that party leader Raila should move in and restore order if ODM is to retain its influence in the county. But ODM County Election Board secretary Innocent Oluku announced the incumbent as the winner. They even hinted at throwing their weight behind President Uhuru Kenyatta for the presidential race instead of ODM leader Raila, if Otuoma is denied the ticket.

Source: The Star April 21, 2017 21:00 UTC