- ODM grassroots elections at Buche Primary School, Ndhiwa, Homa Bay, descend into violence.
- Two men left nursing serious injuries; one lost a wrist while another suffered deep arm wounds.
- Tensions flared during delegate selection, with rival factions clashing over preferred candidates.
- Police have launched investigations into the incident.
- Party leaders condemn the violence and call for calm.
What was expected to be a routine ODM grassroots election in Ndhiwa Sub County turned into a bloody confrontation after violence broke out at Buche Primary School in Homa Bay County. The Saturday chaos left two individuals with life-altering injuries, raising concerns over the conduct of internal party processes and the safety of participants.
Witnesses say tension had been simmering from early morning, with rival camps accusing each other of attempting to rig the delegate selection. The standoff escalated quickly into a full-blown fight, leading to the brutal assault of two male participants.
Victims Sustain Grave Injuries Amid Political Mayhem
According to sources on the ground, one of the victims had his entire wrist severed in the scuffle, while another was left with deep, bleeding wounds on his arm. The injured men were rushed to a nearby hospital where they are currently undergoing treatment.
Shocked villagers and party supporters watched helplessly as the violence unfolded, with screams and flying objects disrupting the election process. Police had to be called in to contain the situation, but by the time calm was restored, the damage had already been done.
Police Probe Underway as Party Leaders Speak Out
Security officials from Ndhiwa have since launched a formal investigation into the incident, promising swift action against the perpetrators. Officers are working to identify and apprehend the suspects responsible for the attack.
Meanwhile, local ODM leaders have strongly condemned the violence, urging supporters to uphold peace and discipline during party activities. They also emphasized that elections should never become a battleground for physical confrontation.
As the victims recover in hospital, the incident has left a dark cloud hanging over the grassroots process in Ndhiwa, with calls growing louder for stricter security measures and conflict resolution mechanisms during such events.
