Siaya Speaker quashes Orengo's resignation rumours, blames political saboteurs

Speaking to the press in Kisumu on Monday evening, Okode described the letter as a forgery and the work of political saboteurs. He clarified that Governor Orengo is currently out of the country on personal matters and is expected to return soon.

He further assured that county operations remain uninterrupted in the governor’s absence.

“Let no one cause unnecessary panic. The governor is still in office, and the business of the county is running as it should,” Okode said.

The statement comes amid growing concern from a section of Siaya residents and civil society organizations, including Siaya Bunge la Wananchi, who have petitioned the County Assembly and Executive to provide clarity on the whereabouts of both Governor Orengo and his deputy, William Oduol.

The petitioners have also raised red flags over what they term as a growing overreach by Speaker Okode, accusing him of assuming executive functions and, in turn, undermining the Assembly’s constitutional oversight mandate.

Furthermore, residents are demanding transparency regarding the recently approved county budget. There are claims the financial estimates were pushed through without proper public participation, and the actual figures remain unclear to the public.