On 5 October 2007, Ngilu announced her support for the Orange Democratic Movement and its presidential candidate, Raila Odinga, in the December 2007 general election;.[1][2] She initially said that she was remaining in the government, despite backing Kibaki's main rival.[2] However, her dismissal from the government by Kibaki was announced on October 6.[1][3] While supporting ODM, Ngilu defended her parliamentary seat on NARC ticket.