Migori Governor Okoth Obado on Thursday, October 15, failed to turn up to a meeting where he had been invited by ODM party officials at Chungwa House.
It is alleged that Obado and the ODM officials were to discuss plans to end the planned impeachment of the Governor fronted by the party.
“The invite was a bit urgent and I had other engagements. This should not be viewed as an act of defiance, and I have since communicated to the party,” Obado stated.
The governor is, however, optimistic that he and the party would solve the outstanding issues amicably.
“Internal wars are everywhere, but we commit to address them. We want Jakom (Mr. Odinga) to fight big wars and we are committed to help him in that. For the local battles, we will sort them out ourselves,” Obado added.
Last week, ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna stated that Obado had reached out to the party and indicated that he would address concerns on service delivery that had been raised.
Additionally, the embattled governor declared his undying support for Odinga and the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI), dispelling rumors that he has joined Deputy President William Ruto’s camp.
“Baba, what has been peddled to you against me is utter falsehood and rumors meant to create a rift.
“My support for the BBI and your presidential bid has been unwavering. We are all seeking to go to Canaan,” Obado stated.
On his part, the former Prime Minister stated that he would unite Obado and Migori Senator Ochillo Ayacko and solve the Migori stalemate as the BBI was out to enhance unity and cohesion.
Obado’s impeachment motion has failed to take off four times, with the County Assembly postponing the debate.
