However, the party says it has not yet made a final decision on its long-term political direction ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The position was shared by senior ODM leaders led by party leader Oburu Oginga, who said the party’s immediate focus is on delivering key reforms that benefit ordinary Kenyans.
He explained that ODM joined the broad-based framework to advance issues such as economic recovery, social justice, cost of living, and institutional reforms, not for short-term political gain.
Oburu said the party remains committed to ensuring that the agreed agenda is fully implemented.
He noted that ODM leaders inside and outside government will continue to play an active role in holding the administration accountable, especially on matters that affect the livelihoods of citizens.
At the same time, Oburu made it clear that ODM has not settled on its political strategy for the 2027 elections.
He said the party will take time to consult widely with its members, supporters, and partners before deciding whether to stay in the current arrangement, form new alliances, or chart an independent path.
According to ODM leaders, the decision on 2027 cannot be rushed.
They said the political environment is still evolving and that the party must carefully assess what option best serves the interests of its supporters and the country at large.
Oburu also dismissed claims that ODM has abandoned its role as an opposition party. He said working with the government does not mean silence or blind support.
Instead, he argued, it offers an opportunity to influence policy from within while still speaking out when things go wrong.
He added that ODM’s history is rooted in the struggle for democracy, good governance, and fairness, and that these values remain unchanged.
The party, he said, will not compromise its principles for political convenience.