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A political storm in Homa Bay County has spilled into the streets of Nyanza, as a fierce public fallout between Governor Gladys Wanga and Interior PS Raymond Omollo over by-election loyalties sparks a regional power struggle.

A bitter political feud between Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has ignited protests across Nyanza, threatening to reshape the region's power dynamics.
The conflict, simmering since the recent Kasipul constituency by-election, has now escalated into a public confrontation, exposing deep-seated tensions between the county's ODM leadership and influential figures aligned with the national government. This fallout is not just a local squabble; it's a direct challenge to the political order, affecting community stability and the delivery of services for Homa Bay residents.
The dispute traces back to allegations that PS Omollo covertly supported independent candidate Philip Aroko against the ODM party's flagbearer, Boyd Were, in the November 27 by-election. Were, son of the late area MP, ultimately secured a decisive victory with 16,819 votes against Aroko's 8,476. Governor Wanga, a staunch ODM figure, reportedly viewed the alleged support for an independent as a betrayal of the party's regional dominance.
In a fiery response to the accusations, PS Omollo issued a stern warning to the governor, stating, "Gladys Wanga, your days are numbered." He accused her of promoting a divisive "politics of fear and conmanship" and attempting to bully leaders who are working with President William Ruto's administration.
The political war of words has since moved to the streets. Protests have been witnessed in Homa Bay, Kisumu, Migori, and Siaya, with demonstrators voicing strong support for PS Omollo. The participants, largely composed of women and widows, have defended the Interior PS, highlighting his community-focused initiatives.
The conflict has also created fractures within the Homa Bay county government itself. Governor Wanga reportedly locked her deputy, Oyugi Magwanga, out of his office and stripped him of his role as CEC for Agriculture, allegedly for backing the independent candidate during the campaigns.
Analysts suggest this public clash is more than a personal disagreement; it signals a significant contest for influence in a region long dominated by ODM. The confrontation pits the established party structure against a new front of leaders aligning with the national government to bring development, a move that directly challenges the traditional political narrative.
While both Governor Wanga and PS Omollo have yet to issue comprehensive formal statements on the matter, their allies and the unfolding events paint a picture of a deepening rift. The Kicker: As the political heat rises, the crucial question for the residents of Homa Bay is whether this high-stakes battle will forge a new path for development or leave them caught in the crossfire of political ambition.
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