In a no-nonsense response, Odhiambo made it clear she’s grown tired of what she calls “lazy” online narratives that keep popping up every time she expresses a different opinion from some people in her party. Instead of debating her views, she says critics quickly turn it into something personal.
According to her, the script is always the same. The moment she disagrees, bloggers jump in with claims that she must be jealous of Wanga—a claim she finds both baseless and frankly ridiculous.
“I actually find it funny at this point,” she said, brushing off the accusations. “Why is it that any time I speak my mind, it has to be turned into jealousy?”
Her remarks have struck a chord, especially at a time when political conversations are increasingly happening online—and not always in the most constructive way. Rather than focusing on issues, many debates quickly slide into personal attacks, assumptions, and sideshows.
Odhiambo believes this isn’t случайно. In her view, turning serious discussions into personal drama is a way of avoiding the real conversation. It shifts attention away from what’s being said and puts it on who is saying it—and why.
What’s also clear is how often ’s name gets pulled into these situations, even when she’s not directly involved. It highlights a wider pattern in Kenyan politics, where women leaders are frequently dragged into rivalries that may not even exist.
Known for never shying away from speaking her mind, Odhiambo stood firm on one key point: disagreement doesn’t mean hostility. For her, it’s normal for people in the same party to see things differently—and that shouldn’t automatically be turned into a personal feud.
Her comments come at a time when political temperatures are rising across the country, with both ruling and opposition sides experiencing internal debates. Social media has only amplified these moments, often turning them into full-blown online battles.
In the end, Odhiambo’s message is simple—Kenyan politics needs more honest conversations and less noise. Because if every disagreement is turned into a personal fight, then the real issues risk getting completely lost.