Suba North Member of Parliament Millie Odhiambo has sparked fresh political conversation after joking that she could form her own political party, even suggesting a rather unconventional name for the proposed outfit.
In a statement directed at former Justice Minister Martha Karua, Odhiambo said she had noticed that politicians were increasingly being called or accorded attention based on the political parties they belong to.
The outspoken legislator then joked that she might have to establish a party of her own to ensure she receives similar priority.
“Very soon, I must also form a party so that I can be given priority. Maybe I will call it ‘Bad Girls.’ I hope it’s registered,” Odhiambo said.
Her remarks, shared on October 1, 2026, quickly drew attention because of the unusual party name and her long-standing use of the “bad girl” identity in political conversations.
Odhiambo has previously used the phrase to describe her approach to politics and to encourage women to be assertive.
In a 2025 parliamentary contribution, she explained that being a “bad girl” in her context meant speaking out when things were wrong and refusing pressure to do things that were wrong.
The proposed “Bad Girls” name therefore appears to build on a phrase that has become closely associated with Odhiambo’s public political persona.
Her latest comments come as Kenya’s political landscape continues to witness discussions around party formations, alliances and political vehicles ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Political parties remain important platforms for candidates seeking elective positions, while politicians have increasingly been involved in conversations about possible alliances and new formations.
Odhiambo’s statement, however, did not amount to a formal announcement that she was establishing a political party.
She did not provide details about registration, party officials, membership structures or a political programme.
The wording and tone of the statement indicate that she was making a humorous political observation rather than unveiling a formally established organisation.
The remarks also underline the role of political parties in determining how politicians organise and participate in Kenya’s electoral process.
For Odhiambo, the “Bad Girls” label has been part of her public image for several years.
Parliamentary records show her repeatedly using the phrase while discussing women’s participation in leadership and encouraging young women to be confident and outspoken.
Whether “Bad Girls” ever becomes the name of an actual political party remains unclear.
For now, Odhiambo’s comments have provided an entertaining moment amid Kenya’s increasingly active political discussions, while once again placing her distinctive political style at the centre of public attention.