Tag Archives: Raila Odinga

Ruto to Visit Raila’s ‘Bedroom’ for Development Projects and Investment Conference

Ruto is poised to visit Homa Bay, Raila’s stronghold, for a tour of development projects and the official opening of the county’s International Investment Conference. Under the Kenya Kwanza administration, various projects have been initiated, including the construction of 110 affordable housing units in Homa Bay town, refurbishment of Homa …

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MP Koech: Raila Odinga’s AU Bid May Weaken Opposition

Belgut Member of Parliament (MP) Nelson Koech believes that Raila Odinga’s potential departure from national politics will significantly impact the strength of the opposition. Odinga recently announced his intention to vie for the position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). According to Koech, Odinga has long been the …

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Raila’s AU Ambition Won’t Diminish Kenyan Political Clout – Wanga

Gladys Wanga, Governor of Homa Bay, dispels concerns about Raila Odinga’s potential loss of political support should he assume the chairmanship of the African Union Commission, asserting that it won’t diminish his influence in Kenyan politics. Wanga contends that Raila’s transition from active domestic politics to a continental role won’t …

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Moses Kuria Backs Raila for AU Commission Chair

CS Kuria commented on Raila Odinga’s bid for the leadership of the African Union Commission, expressing his admiration and belief that Raila’s potential chairmanship would bring about significant change to Africa. Kuria described Raila as a person of remarkable character and a close ally. He remarked that with Raila at …

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Senator Oketch: Raila Doesn’t Need Ruto’s Backing for AU Chair

Migori Senator Eddy Oketch asserts that Raila Odinga does not require support from the Kenya Kwanza administration to secure the position of African Union Commission chairperson. Speaking on Citizen TV’s Daybreak on Thursday, Oketch emphasized that Raila’s extensive networks and respected reputation as sufficient qualifications for the role. In comparison …

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Jalang’o: I’m in ODM to Stay

Lang’ata MP, Phelix Odiwuor, also known as Jalang’o, asserts his commitment to ODM despite renewed pressure from party leader Raila Odinga for MPs collaborating with the government to step down and seek reelection under a UDA ticket. During an ODM recruitment drive in Nairobi on Sunday, Raila emphasized that Jalang’o …

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Raila Denies Endorsing Ruto’s Housing Initiative

Raila Odinga has rebuffed claims of endorsing President William Ruto’s affordable housing initiative, stressing that neither he nor the Azimio coalition support the programme. In a statement issued through the party’s official channels on Monday, Raila distanced himself and the entire Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition from Ruto’s housing …

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Raila to Jalang’o and Other ODM Rebels: Resign and Seek Re-Election

Raila Odinga, the opposition leader, called upon Lang’ata MP Felix Odiwour, popularly known as Jalang’o, and other rebels within the ODM party to step down from their positions if they wish to align themselves with Kenya Kwanza. During an ODM recruitment event in Nairobi, Raila emphasized that those seeking closer …

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Odinga: Kenya’s Housing Project Not Truly Affordable

Raila Odinga, the leader of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition party, has continued to voice his criticism of the Kenya Kwanza housing project and the levy associated with it, arguing that it is far from affordable. Addressing a gathering in the Kirunga area of North Imenti Constituency, Meru …

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Raila: Ruto-Koome Meeting Outcome Misrepresented

Raila Odinga asserts that the true purpose of the January 22 meeting between President William Ruto and Chief Justice Martha Koome was misrepresented to the public. During a press conference, Raila stated that the meeting did not aim to resolve disputes between the Executive and the Judiciary as initially claimed. …

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