Oburu Odinga

Oburu Odinga

politician Kenya

Oburu Odinga is a prominent Kenyan politician and the elder brother of opposition leader Raila Odinga. He has served as a member of the East African Legislative Assembly and has been actively involved in shaping political strategies within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Known for his close political ties with his brother, Oburu has played a crucial role in various initiatives, including the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) aimed at fostering unity in Kenya. Recently, he was present during a significant meeting between Raila Odinga and President William Ruto, signaling potential shifts in political alliances ahead of the 2027 elections.

Born on Dec 31, 1949 (75 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
196,425
Power
387$
Sentiment
5.25
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Kenya 4 5.25 0.37% +0% 53,771,296 196,425 $106,000 387$
Totals 4 53,771,296 196,425 $106,000 387$
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Recent Mentions

Kenya Kenya: Oburu Odinga is also targeting MPs who supported the opposition. 5

The Standard: Why Ruto, Oburu are targeting MPs who backed opposition in by-elections

Kenya Kenya: The elevation of Oburu as the ODM supremo makes him the seniormost politician from Nyanza in what is referred to as the kingpin. 6

The Standard: CS Mbadi declares himself Nyanza political kingpin

Kenya Kenya: Winnie Odinga had a hard-tackle with new party leader Oburu Odinga regarding the future of the party. 5

The Standard: Why partnership with Ruto is ODM's clearest route to 'Canaan'

Kenya Kenya: Oburu Odinga stated that ODM's support for President Ruto in 2027 will depend on how he handles the party's interests. 6

The Standard: Oburu: ODM's backing for Ruto in 2027 will be conditional

Kenya Kenya: Oburu Odinga did not know he had been made the acting party leader of his late brother’s Orange Democratic Movement. 5

The Standard: Can Oburu Odinga fill Raila's shoes?

Kenya Kenya: Oburu Odinga is the Siaya Senator and co-chair of the funeral committee for his brother, Raila Odinga. 7

The Standard: Government to announce more activities to honour Raila after Sunday burial

Kenya Kenya: Oburu Odinga is the Siaya Senator and co-chair of the funeral committee for his brother, Raila Odinga. 7

The Standard: Government to announce more activities to honour Raila after Sunday burial