This archive report was first published on 7 August 2020.
On August 1, ODM leader Raila Odinga ordered all party members to desist from early campaigns ahead of the 2022 elections.
The former prime minister met with a section of ODM leaders from Siaya County, where he urged all leaders and those aspiring for the party's ticket across the country to immediately stop campaigns.
He instead asked them to focus on critical issues affecting the country currently, such as the referendum and revenue sharing formula.
His orders come after the party expelled a section of leaders who were viewed as party rebels when they visited Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi's home.
Those who were expelled included Richard Ogendo, Omollo Mberu, Jared Oriadha, Dan Nyamori, Peter Ogwel, Owino Mahawa, and Maina Ochieng.
They had hired buses for over 200 youth to travel to the MP's home where they had a meeting with other Jubilee officials.
On August 7, 2020, Raila met with a section of leaders from Siaya county, where he discussed various issues including the referendum and revenue sharing formula.
He stated that Kenya has a window to conduct the referendum by the end of the year and expressed concern that the revenue sharing formula would result in loss in revenue for some counties.
He further faulted the revenue sharing formula presented by Senate Majority Whip Irungu Kang'ata, stating that he had supported the formula before because he was not fully briefed about what it entails.
