ODM Launches Membership Drives Across 9 Counties Ahead of Internal Elections
• ODM party planning 9-day recruitment drives in 9 counties starting Jan 16, led by Raila Odinga and top party officials • Drives aimed at revamping party, recruiting new members ahead of April internal elections • Consultative forums to also be held in counties to discuss issues with supporters • ODM complained government cut political party funding to cripple operations • Odinga threatened protests over high taxes if Finance Act 2023 not repealed