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08 Sep

Raila Odinga Seeks Blessings from Clansmen for African Union Top Seat Bid

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Azimio leader Raila Odinga has urged his clansmen to pray for his success in securing the top position at the African Union Commission (AUC). Speaking at his late father Jaramogi Oginga Odinga’s home in Nyamira Kang’o village, Bondo sub-county, Mr. Odinga emphasized his desire to lead the continent and reduce Africa’s dependency on European countries. Addressing his Sakwa clansmen from South Nyanza, the opposition chief said that Africa is capable of solving its own problems without relying on foreign nations. He reaffirmed his commitment to empowering the continent by seeking the AUC chairmanship. Nairobi Governor Johnston Sakaja, who was present…

27 Aug

President Ruto Launches Raila Odinga’s Bid for African Union Commission Chairmanship

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In a grand ceremony held at State House, Nairobi, President William Ruto officially launched Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship. The event, marked by vibrant displays of support and unity, was attended by several high-profile African leaders, including Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu, Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, and South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir. Former Presidents Jakaya Kikwete of Tanzania and Olusegun Obasanjo of Nigeria were also in attendance, adding to the event's significance. Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame, though absent, was represented by Minister of State in charge of Regional Cooperation, James Kabarebe. In his address, President…

27 Aug

President Ruto to Launch Raila Odinga’s Bid for African Union Commission Chairmanship

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President William Ruto is set to officially launch Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship today. The event marks a rare display of unity between the two leaders, who have historically been political rivals, as they come together to push for Kenya’s representation in one of Africa’s most influential leadership roles. The launch is expected to attract high-profile political figures, diplomats, and representatives from various African nations, signaling the importance of Odinga’s candidacy for the top AU position. Raila Odinga, a veteran politician and former Prime Minister of Kenya, is widely respected across the continent for his…

21 Jul

Azimio Leader Raila Odinga Calls for Justice and National Dialogue

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Azimio Leader Raila Odinga addressed the nation's youth this morning, emphasizing the necessity of justice before any national dialogue can occur. In his speech, Odinga laid out a series of demands aimed at rectifying injustices and creating a platform for meaningful conversation about Kenya's future. Odinga's address highlighted several critical issues that must be resolved to pave the way for a National Conversation. These include: Compensation for every victim of police brutality; Dismissal of all protest-related cases; Release of all abductees and those in jail; Resolution of outstanding healthcare and education grievances; Reverting public healthcare insurance back to NHIF and…

21 Jul

Kipkalya Kones: Real Dynamics of the Deep State and Its Influence on Kenya’s Political Landscape

Kipkalya Kones0 CommentsOpinionsKalonzo Musyoka, Kipkalya Kones, Raila Odinga, Rigathi Gachagua, Uhuru Kenyatta, William Ruto

What is usually referred to as the "deep state" is not really a group of people sitting in a dark place pulling national strings. Instead, it narrows down to the control of three key elements of state; money, guns and people. The state is in fact sustained and run by just those three elements. The guys who control the money, the folks who control the instruments of state violence and the people who have the people, make up the deep state. At election time, two of those often gang up to defeat the third, but soon after the elections, they…

20 Jul

Wiper Leaders condemn the chaos during Azimio’s meeting in Nairobi

admin0 CommentsNewsKalonzo Musyoka, Mombasa, Raila Odinga, Wiper Party

Mombasa Wiper party members have castigated the disruption of their Party Leader press conference at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Foundation Centre by goons during an Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition meeting. The press briefing ended in disarray when Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka started to read the resolution of the Azimio meeting before he was interrupted by goons. The members want their Party Leader to break ranks with the ODM supremo who allegedly has forged a deal with the government to get Cabinet Secretaries slots from the proposed ‘broad-based government’. They want their Party Leader to be respected as a…

10 Jul

Nyanza leaders defend Raila over calls for dialogue

admin0 CommentsNewsJame Orengo, Raila Odinga, Simba Arati

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders from Nyanza have defended party leader, Raila Odinga’s calls for dialogue to solve the political stalemate in the country. Kisii Governor Simba Arati, Siaya Governor James Orengo and Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi said that the former prime minister should not be condemned for his calls for dialogue as the issues being raised by Gen. Z are the same ones Raila has been fighting for over the years. The trio was speaking at Ambrose Adeya Adongo Secondary School grounds in Alego Usonga Constituency, Siaya County during the official launch of a multimillion shilling administration cum…

07 Jul

Mudavadi Introduces Raila Odinga to EAC Ministers on AU Commission Chairmanship

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PCS Musalia Mudavadi formally introduced Rt. Hon. Raila Odinga at the East African Community (EAC) ministers meeting, where Odinga outlined his readiness for the African Union Commission Chairmanship. Mudavadi highlighted Odinga's vision and transformative leadership, urging fellow EAC ministers to support his candidacy. "I urge fellow EAC ministers to support this visionary and transformative leader, to champion Africa’s integration, growth, and prosperity," Mudavadi stated. Odinga, known for his commitment to the Pan-African agenda, emphasized the importance of unity and collaboration among African nations to navigate the continent through critical times. "It is time the African Lion roared loudly across the…

05 Jul

Court Upholds Shutdown of Odinga’s 2018 Swearing-In Broadcast

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The High Court has ruled that the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) was justified in shutting down the live broadcast of Raila Odinga’s 2018 swearing-in ceremony, stating that the event contravened the Constitution and the law. The court emphasized that the CA acted within the limitations of media freedom as outlined in Article 24 of the Constitution. It noted that Royal Media Services Limited, Nation Media Limited, and The Standard Group Limited were propagating an unconstitutional venture. Justice Anthony Charo Mrima, delivering the judgment in Kitale on June 20, 2024, highlighted that the media has a duty to refrain from…

03 Jul

Raila Odinga Condemns Criminal Elements in Protests

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Former Prime Minister and ODM Leader Raila Odinga has condemned the escalation of violence and criminal activities during the recent protests that started as peaceful demonstrations by young Kenyans. In a press release issued today, Odinga highlighted the degeneration of initially peaceful protests into chaos, looting, and destruction of property. "What started as an expression of disaffection with the government by young Kenyans through peaceful protests and presentation of petitions to authorities degenerated into chaos and mayhem yesterday," Odinga stated. He emphasized that the original protestors, primarily from Gen Z, were not responsible for the violent turn of events. Odinga's…