Siaya Governor James Orengo has praised the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) after candidates from the party won three parliamentary by-elections held on Thursday, November 27.
Moses Omondi emerged victorious in Ugunja, Boyd Were in Kasipul, and Harrison Kombe reclaimed Magarini, solidifying ODM’s presence in key constituencies.
The by-elections were conducted to fill seats left vacant under various circumstances, including court rulings and resignations.
In Magarini, Kombe’s victory followed a Supreme Court decision nullifying his previous election due to irregularities, allowing him to contest again. These contests attracted attention as a gauge of party support ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In Ugunja, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) announced Moses Omondi as the winner with 9,447 votes, surpassing his closest competitor from the Wiper Party, who received 1,819 votes.
Voter turnout was reported at 24.9 per cent of registered voters. Omondi acknowledged the support from constituents and promised to continue ongoing development initiatives.
In Kasipul, Boyd Were secured the parliamentary seat with 16,819 votes, defeating independent candidate Philip Aroko, who garnered 8,476 votes.
The win reinforces Were’s political influence in the region, which has been historically significant for ODM’s dominance in Western Kenya.
Magarini’s by-election drew scrutiny due to past disputes over election integrity. Harrison Kombe overcame challenges surrounding the exclusion of some polling agents and secured victory under close IEBC oversight.
The commission emphasized that final results are subject to verification before official declaration.
Governor Orengo described the trio’s victories as a “reaffirmation of ODM’s nationwide strength” and urged party members to maintain unity while building on the legacy of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
The wins are expected to boost the party’s parliamentary numbers and influence as political stakeholders prepare for the next general election cycle.
With these outcomes, ODM retains a strategic advantage in its traditional strongholds in Western and Coastal Kenya, demonstrating continued grassroots support and party organization ahead of national polls.