Caption for the landscape image: Luo elders’ power struggle deepens Monday, August 31, 2026 Scroll down to read the article Odungi Randa (left) and Nyandiko Ongadi who both claim to bear the title of Ker of the Luo Council of Elders. Photo credit: File | Nation Media Group By George Odiwuor Correspondent Nation Media Group Summary Article Related What you need to know: Members of the Luo Council of Elders remain divided, with some aligned to Mr Ongadi and others to Mr Randa.The prolonged split has diminished the elders’ influence, particularly in matters of politics and community leadership. There is an African proverb that says two bulls can never share the same cowshed. It speaks to the idea that there can only be one leader, one authority and one voice at the helm of a household. PREMIUM Kendu Bay’s 100yr old name finally finds place on official map One of the sub-locations has been named Kanasoor Ali, paying homage to an Arab trader. PREMIUM Luo elders move to resolve Oburu, Orengo, Wanga, PS Omollo feuds Odungi Randa warns continued infighting could weaken ODM’s bargaining power with UDA. . Recommended for you PREMIUM American journalist deported from Kenya to Dubai sues, demands return PREMIUM Report reveals how Russia’s recruitment network is drawing Kenyans into war with Ukraine PREMIUM Students bear brunt as lecturers dig in over strike demands PREMIUM Huduma Centres face legal test after 12 years without framework Login to join the discussion Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus. In the headlines Elections News Counties Business Opinion Sports Life & Style Health Podcasts Photos Newsletters Puzzles PREMIUM Waititu’s fall from power, prison life and lost millions Once a powerful governor, Waititu now faces jail and asset forfeiture. How fraudster used a PS's identity to pocket Sh7 million The victim, a businessman, withdrew the amount and handed it to the purported PS. Political tensions rise as Natembeya’s security withdrawn hours after Ruto tour Reasons for the alleged withdrawal of the governor’s security remain unclear.
PREMIUM Kendu Bay’s 100yr old name finally finds place on official map One of the sub-locations has been named Kanasoor Ali, paying homage to an Arab trader.
PREMIUM Luo elders move to resolve Oburu, Orengo, Wanga, PS Omollo feuds Odungi Randa warns continued infighting could weaken ODM’s bargaining power with UDA.
PREMIUM Waititu’s fall from power, prison life and lost millions Once a powerful governor, Waititu now faces jail and asset forfeiture.
How fraudster used a PS's identity to pocket Sh7 million The victim, a businessman, withdrew the amount and handed it to the purported PS.
Political tensions rise as Natembeya’s security withdrawn hours after Ruto tour Reasons for the alleged withdrawal of the governor’s security remain unclear.
