ODM Deputy Party Leader and Kisii County Governor H.E. Simba Arati on Monday afternoon led a high-level delegation to Iten Town, Elgeyo Marakwet County, as the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) intensified efforts to expand its political influence in the Rift Valley region.
Governor Arati, popularly known as Simba Netaya, was accompanied by several leaders, among them Uasin Gishu Governor Hon. Jonathan Bii. The visit forms part of ODM’s broader strategy to popularize the party beyond its traditional strongholds and strengthen grassroots support across Kenya.
ODM Targets Rift Valley Support
Addressing residents and local leaders in Iten, Simba Arati emphasized inclusive leadership, national unity, and development-focused politics, noting that ODM is committed to engaging all regions on equal footing.
Recent Similar Initiative in Nakuru
The Iten tour follows a similar political outreach initiative recently led by Simba Arati in Nakuru County, where ODM leaders held consultations with grassroots mobilizers and local opinion leaders as part of the party’s Rift Valley engagement strategy. The Nakuru meetings focused on party strengthening, unity, and positioning ODM as a national political movement with cross-regional appeal.
High-Profile Leaders Join ODM Outreach
The presence of senior leaders, including Governor Jonathan Bii, underscored the growing momentum behind ODM’s Rift Valley push. Party officials reiterated their commitment to issue-based politics, economic empowerment, and county-to-county collaboration.
Political Analysts Weigh In
Political observers view the Iten and Nakuru engagements as part of a coordinated ODM Rift Valley charm offensive, signaling the party’s intention to play a more competitive role in the region’s political future ahead of upcoming electoral cycles.