'He was uncomfortable:' Karua reveals Raila's private doubts about Ruto's administration
People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua accuses President William Ruto of dishonouring Raila Odinga’s legacy by signing oppressive laws during the national mourning period...
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People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua has accused President William Ruto of disrespecting the legacy of the late Raila Odinga by signing controversial laws during a period of national mourning. Karua revealed Odinga privately expressed discomfort with Ruto’s administration before his death on October 15.
- President Ruto assented to eight controversial bills, including amendments to the National Land Commission Act and the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, on the same day Odinga’s death was announced.
- Martha Karua, during an interview on Spice FM on October 21, 2025, claimed Raila Odinga told her he was "uncomfortable with what was happening" under Ruto's leadership.
- Karua criticized Ruto's actions, stating that honoring Odinga means upholding his values, not just offering praise, and urged Kenyans to reject corrupt leaders.
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