ODM leader Raila Odinga has criticized the Kenyan Senate, asserting that Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) are solely responsible for overseeing governors. Speaking at a joint parliamentary group meeting in Karen, Nairobi, Odinga accused senators of wasting governors' time by summoning them for issues like road projects, which fall under the National Government.

• Raila Odinga stated that oversight of governors is the responsibility of MCAs, not the Senate.
• He pushed for increased funding to county governments and emphasized that Members of Parliament (MPs) should focus strictly on law-making and oversight, not development projects.
• Odinga argued that development should be left entirely to counties, with the National Government confining itself to national programs.

During the funeral of Phoebe Asiyo, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga hinted at supporting President William Ruto's re-election in 2027. Odinga dismissed campaigns for Ruto to be a one-term leader, suggesting their political collaboration would extend beyond the next election.

• Odinga mocked efforts to make President Ruto a one-term leader.
• The event was the burial of pioneer female politician Phoebe Asiyo.
• Raila Odinga expressed confidence that he and President Ruto would continue working together past the 2027 elections.

During the burial of pioneer politician Phoebe Asiyo, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga hinted strongly at supporting President William Ruto's re-election in 2027. Odinga dismissed calls for Ruto to be a one-term leader, expressing confidence in their political longevity.

• Most important fact or figure from the article: Raila Odinga, former Prime Minister, indicated support for President William Ruto's re-election in 2027.
• Key person or organization involved: Raila Odinga, President William Ruto.
• Notable detail that adds context: Odinga mocked campaigns against Ruto serving beyond one term.

President William Ruto has acknowledged his administration's unpopularity, attributing it to necessary, far-reaching reforms like the Social Health Authority (SHA). Speaking at a joint parliamentary meeting with ODM and UDA in Karen, Nairobi, Ruto stated these reforms, though difficult, are crucial for Kenya's future development.

• Ruto suggested that even Raila Odinga would face similar challenges if implementing such reforms.
• He accused corrupt legislators of collecting Sh10 million during the passage of an anti-money laundering Bill.
• Ruto emphasized that avoiding controversial reforms would make him more popular but would yield no benefit for the country.