Wiper dismisses ODM claims on Raila's health
Wiper says ODM's allegations are a diversion from cracks within the ruling broad-based government...
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The Wiper Democratic Movement has strongly refuted claims by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) that its leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, was responsible for spreading misinformation about Raila Odinga's health. Wiper accused ODM of engaging in "political theatre" and attempting to divert attention from internal issues.
- Wiper Secretary General, Senator Shakila Aballa, dismissed any suggestion that Kalonzo Musyoka wishes harm on Raila Odinga as "malicious, reckless, and utterly false."
- Wiper criticized ODM's alliance with President William Ruto's administration, accusing it of betraying Kenyans, particularly during recent protests where young lives were lost.
- The party attributed Raila Odinga's unsuccessful bid for the African Union Commission chairmanship to diplomatic failures by the then-ruling government, not Musyoka's actions.
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Parties Refute Claims Regarding Raila Odinga's Health - October 2025
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's secretariat strongly refuted claims by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua regarding Mr. Odinga's health, labeling them as "false, malicious, and politically motivated." The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) made similar denials, asserting that Odinga is in good health. It was confirmed that Odinga is in the United Kingdom actively performing his duties. Separately, the Wiper Democratic Movement strongly refuted claims by the ODM that its leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, was responsible for spreading misinformation about Odinga's health. Wiper accused ODM of engaging in "political theatre" and attempting to divert attention from internal issues.
