'I won't betray you, Baba,' Mbadi, Joho vow
Cabinet Secretaries Joho (Mining), Wandayi (Energy), and Mbadi (Treasury) have pledged unwavering loyalty to their late party leader, Raila Odinga, vowing not to betray him...
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Cabinet Secretaries John Mbadi (Treasury), Ali Hassan Joho (Mining), and Opiyo Wandayi (Energy) have pledged unwavering loyalty to the late Raila Odinga and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. They reaffirmed their commitment to Odinga's legacy, particularly after being nominated by him to serve in the Cabinet following the formation of a broad-based government with President William Ruto.
- John Mbadi expressed gratitude that he had not betrayed Raila Odinga, despite what he described as betrayals from others.
- Ali Hassan Joho credited Raila Odinga with mentoring him throughout his political career, from an MP to a Governor, and now a Cabinet Secretary.
- Opiyo Wandayi recalled Raila Odinga's instruction to serve the country diligently in his role as Energy CS.
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Political Leaders Make Pledges and Tributes at Raila Odinga's Funeral - October 2025
At the funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Bondo, Siaya County, on October 19, 2025, several political leaders made statements regarding his legacy and the future of the ODM party. Siaya Governor James Orengo urged Kenyans to safeguard the democratic freedoms Odinga championed. President William Ruto vowed that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will be part of future governments and pledged to protect the party from internal divisions. Suna East MP Junet Mohamed rejected the "political orphan" label and emphasized ODM's continued strength. Cabinet Secretaries John Mbadi, Ali Hassan Joho, and Opiyo Wandayi reaffirmed their loyalty to Odinga's legacy and the ODM party. In her tribute, Winnie Odinga hinted at her readiness to serve under President Ruto's administration, while Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi delivered an emotional tribute.
