Kenya By-Elections 2025: ODM Triumphs in Kasipul, Ugunja, Magarini, and Nanam Ward
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) delivered a powerful statement to the nation on Thursday, sweeping four critical electoral victories across three counties amidst a flurry of approximately two dozen by-elections nationwide. These crucial contests were held to fill vacancies left by unfortunate deaths, strategic resignations, and decisive court rulings.
The results emphatically demonstrate the enduring loyalty and organizational strength of the ODM, even as the party navigates a period of significant transition. Party leadership is celebrating the wins as irrefutable proof of voter faith, a particularly poignant victory coming just a month after the passing of their iconic leader, Raila Odinga, and the subsequent cabinet shifts of several key members.
| Seat/Ward | County | Winner | Votes (Where Available) | Context |
| Kasipul MP | Homa Bay | Boyd Were | 14,834 | Fills the seat left vacant by his late father, Charles Were, underscoring a generational shift. |
| Ugunja MP | Siaya | Moses Omondi | N/A | A crucial win reinforcing ODM’s stronghold in Siaya County. |
| Magarini MP | Kilifi | Harrison Kombe | N/A | A significant political comeback as Kombe successfully reclaimed the seat following a favourable court ruling. |
| Nanam Ward MCA | Turkana West | Mohamed Yusuf | N/A | An important grassroots victory, securing representation in Turkana. |
The victory of Boyd Were in Kasipul, Homa Bay County, is particularly symbolic, securing 14,834 votes to continue his late father’s legacy. Similarly, Moses Omondi‘s leadership in Ugunja, Siaya County, and Harrison Kombe‘s successful reclamation of the Magarini seat in Kilifi (after a legal challenge) are hailed as major victories for the party machine.
While turnout was noted as low in some areas—a common factor in by-elections—and the party did concede the Kariobangi North Ward to a rival, the overall message is one of political resilience. The four key wins—three parliamentary seats and one crucial MCA ward—cement ODM’s position as a dominant force in Kenyan politics and set a powerful precedent for future national elections.
The results send a clear signal: ODM’s grassroots power is alive and well, securing the future of the party’s influence across the republic.
