A spent force? Why opposition cannot afford to write off Raila
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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.
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Ruto Acknowledges Unpopularity at Karen Meeting; Raila Hints at 2027 Support - August 2025
At a joint parliamentary meeting with ODM and UDA in Karen, Nairobi, President William Ruto acknowledged his administration's unpopularity, attributing it to reforms like the Social Health Authority (SHA). He stated these reforms are crucial for Kenya's future development. At a joint parliamentary group meeting in Karen, ODM leader Raila Odinga criticized the Kenyan Senate, asserting that Members of County Assemblies are solely responsible for overseeing governors. Separately, during the funeral of pioneer politician Phoebe Asiyo, Odinga hinted strongly at supporting President Ruto's re-election in 2027. He dismissed calls for Ruto to be a one-term leader. Odinga also suggested their political collaboration would extend beyond the next election, expressing confidence in their political longevity.
